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Seekr and Fossefall forge strategic partnership to bring the complete enterprise AI value chain to Europe through low-cost, clean-energy data centers

Posted on November 10, 2025 by sHq_LoGiNz

Fossefall will deliver over 500 MW across Norway and Sweden to meet growing European demand

RESTON, Va. and OSLO, Norway, Nov. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Seekr Technologies Inc. (“Seekr”), a US-headquartered, leading trusted artificial intelligence company, and Fossefall AS (“Fossefall”), a Norwegian AI infrastructure company, today announced a multi-year commercial agreement that will accelerate the deployment of sovereign, clean-energy AI capacity in Europe.

Across continental Europe, industrial electricity prices often exceed USD 0.15 per kWh, while in Northern Norway’s NO4 region, powered almost entirely by renewable hydropower, average spot prices in 2025 were around 10 øre per kWh (~USD 0.009) (statistics Norway, Nordpool). The cool climate, abundant renewable generation, and stable political and security environment make Norway uniquely suited for high-density AI operations. A recent Fortune Business Insights report projects Europe’s AI infrastructure market to grow at a CAGR of 28.30% during the forecast period (2024-2032) and is predicted to gain USD 16.86 billion in 2025.

This partnership brings together enterprise AI software that is built for mission-critical environments with one of Europe’s lowest-cost clean-energy platforms and sets a framework to deliver a phased multi-million-dollar collaboration. Seekr will reserve AI capacity for the first 36 months (phase 1) in conjunction with the creation of an AI cloud service offering that Fossefall will sell under a revenue share and reseller agreement with Seekr. Definitive commercial terms will be finalized before year end.

Fossefall will build and own AI factories in Norway and Sweden, combining power generation, storage, and AI capacity into a single value chain. The company has already secured key powered land sites and is developing multiple sites across the Nordic region, targeting more than 500 megawatts (MW) of operational AI capacity by 2030. Seekr’s Enterprise AI platform, SeekrFlow™, will be deployed across Fossefall AI factories as the operating system for training and deploying AI solutions that are accurate and secure, and delivering Seekr’s distinctive explainability and governance that enterprise and government customers demand.

“This capacity agreement establishes Fossefall’s first commercial anchor client and validates our model of converting clean Nordic power into scalable AI infrastructure,” said Øyvind Vesterdal, CEO of Fossefall. “The accompanying SeekrFlow license expands our capability beyond hardware, allowing us to deliver complete, trusted AI factories ready for enterprise deployment.”

“The structure of our agreement with Fossefall, both as an investor and customer, allows us to meet the insatiable demand for accurate, explainable and sovereign enterprise AI in Europe”, said Rob Clark, Seekr President. “Fossefall provides a strong infrastructure foundation, powered by clean energy and designed for performance. This allows us to deliver the best pricing and performance for SeekrFlow enterprise AI customers, whether they’re training models, performing inference, or deploying agents from our extensive library of pre-built, industry-ready applications.”

About Seekr

Seekr is a privately held Artificial Intelligence (AI) company that provides secure, trusted, and explainable AI software solutions for mission-critical environments. Seekr helps enterprises and government agencies build, deploy and govern mission-ready Large Language Models (LLMs), Vision Language Models (VLMs), and Agentic AI solutions powered by their data. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Seekr is an AMD Ventures portfolio company. Seekr is employed across the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, and other defense and intelligence agencies, and SeekrFlow™ is awardable in the Chief Digital and AI Office (CDAO) Tradewinds Solutions Marketplace.

About Fossefall

Fossefall is building Europe’s first bankable AI infrastructure platform, where Norwegian power and land are transformed into scalable, sovereign, and sustainable data center capacity for AI. Fossefall’s first projects are on track for financial close in 2026, with more than 400 MW under active development across the Nordics.

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Grit on the Run: One DICK'S Sporting Goods Teammate’s Unstoppable Spirit

Posted on November 10, 2025 by sHq_LoGiNz

Originally published on DICK’S Sporting Goods Sideline Report

When 54,000 runners took off at the 2025 Chicago Marathon, one of them was running on more than just training and adrenaline. Sabik Cohran, a Footwear Sales Lead at DICK’S Sporting Goods in Schaumburg, Illinois, had only been running for a year. But Sabik was running on grit.

Born without ankle or shin bones, Sabik had both legs amputated at just four years old. That didn’t slow him down though. In fact, it did the opposite. Growing up, he played football, basketball, lacrosse and wrestled. Movement was never a limitation. It was freedom.

What he had, for most of his training, were prosthetics padded with polyfill (stuffing material used in pillows), not built for long distances. His knees would bleed. His legs were raw. But he kept going. Early mornings. Late nights. Mile after mile. Eventually, he was fitted with proper running blades and treads, but the mindset stuck: improvise, adapt, move forward. Every painful step was part of something bigger.

“Those first 100 miles showed me I didn’t want to stop. That wasn’t the end, it was the beginning,” said Sabik.

During training, Sabik met Jo Dearman, Nike EKIN, who works with local retail teams. He told her he wished he could run in the same shoes he sells every day at DICK’S.

That conversation stuck.

Through Nike’s adaptive program, Jo helped him get performance treads, the same ones used by para-athletes in international competitions. The pair Sabik received were extras from the 2024 Paris Olympics, specially designed to attach to running blades. Sabik is saving those treads for when he needs to replace his current pair.

“They didn’t just send gear,” Sabik said. “They sent belief.”

By fall 2025, Sabik had gone from new runner to marathon finisher, crossing the line in 3:56:18.

“When he came around mile 20, the crowd just erupted,” Jo recalled. “He looked like he’d won the Super Bowl. His arms were out. He was smiling. It was electric.”

But for Sabik, it wasn’t about the time. It was about proving to himself what was possible, and showing others, too.

At DICK’S, Sabik is just as much a force on the floor as he was on the marathon course. He mentors new teammates, motivates everyone around him and brings the same grit to every shift.

“Sabik is a great asset to our team here at Schaumburg,” said Chris Figgins, Executive Director, DICK’S House of Sport. “We are in awe of his grit, determination and his sheer desire to accomplish his goals. Sabik is so passionate about his running journey, and he shares that same knowledge and enthusiasm with our teammates and athletes. Sabik inspires us to push ourselves every day and proves that when you put your mind to something, you can accomplish it.”

Now, Sabik’s setting his sights on the American record for double amputees in the marathon, a goal he’s chasing within the next five years. He’s also growing his social media presence to inspire other adaptive athletes, sharing his training, gear tips and day-to-day life with prosthetics.

His message?

“The bad days always end. Just keep moving forward.”

You can follow Sabik’s journey on Instagram and TikTok.

Written by Rebecca Hoolahan.

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Is Debt-Free the New Luxury? KeyBank Survey Explores

Posted on November 10, 2025 by sHq_LoGiNz

CLEVELAND, November 10, 2025 /3BL/ – Consumers are embracing a rewritten definition of financial success built on resilience, according to KeyBank’s annual Financial Mobility Survey, released today. The survey found that consumers are recalibrating their approach to money management to prioritize debt-free living over milestone chasing. In particular, approximately 3 in 4 (74%) Americans agree that debt-free living is an important milestone in their definition of financial success.

KeyBank also found that — even as 68% of Americans feel financial stress, up from 50% in 2024 — many are turning that pressure into purpose and building resilience for the long term. In fact, 1 in 3 (35%) Americans feel in control or proud of how they manage their money.

The KeyBank Financial Mobility Survey polled more than 1,000 Americans to gain insights into respondents’ spending and savings habits, levels of financial confidence, stress, resiliency, economic sentiment, and the impacts of debt.

Highlights include:

Americans’ emergency readiness drops as costs climb: Over the past six years, day-to-day price increases and financial stress have eroded Americans’ confidence in their ability to cover an unexpected $2,000 expense. Today, one in four (25%) Americans are certain they cannot come up with $2,000 if an unexpected need arises compared to 19% in 2024. The most affected generation is Gen X, with 36% saying they could not come up with the money.
Traditional milestones have taken a back seat … for now: 53% of consumers say that paying for experiences or a certain lifestyle was less of a priority than one year ago, and 39% said both buying a home and getting married were less of a priority than one year ago. Still, more than half (55%) consider homeownership a “very important” part of their definition of success.
The feeling of success has decreased: Only 39% of Americans report feeling more financially successful than they did five years ago. For those who felt less successful (22%), it was due to the rising cost of living and inflation (71%), economic uncertainty (45%), and job changes or career burnout (26%).
Younger generations are living on their own terms: Gen Z is rewriting the definition of success, with just 13% saying they’re still pursuing traditional milestones. Additionally, 33% of Gen Zers say they have decided against buying a home, 33% have decided against getting married, 34% have decided against having children, and 34% have decided against pursuing a higher education because it no longer fits their definition of success.
The kids are alright; the grandparents are not: 28% of Gen Zers say that their current approach to money is, “I’ll figure it out,” more than any other generation. On the flip side, 16% of Gen Xers say, “I need a financial miracle,” which is the highest of any generation.

“The financial landscape for Americans is shifting in profound ways,” said Daniel Brown, EVP & Director, Consumer Product Management at KeyBank. “It’s showing that the measure of success is not wealth alone, but also the ability to live debt free and prepare for what’s ahead. As consumers face rising financial stress, our role as a trusted partner is to help clients navigate uncertainty, uncover new possibilities, and move forward with clarity and confidence.”

Valuing Resilience over Riches

The rising cost of living and increased price of everyday items are putting a strain on wallets across households in America.

Americans are most concerned about day-to-day expenses like groceries (55%), housing costs (35%), and credit card debt (26%).
Cost increases have led 49% of consumers to switch to less expensive brands or services and 41% to reduce subscriptions or memberships.
Even with daily and weekly trade-offs, savings are shrinking year over year – 66% of consumers say they have less money in their savings account this year compared to last.
As rising expenses reshape household budgets, many Americans are cutting back where they can – 58% are spending less and 40% are saving less compared to previous years.

Using BNPL for Near-term Relief

For some, however, pulling back isn’t enough. To help sustain their desired lifestyle, many are increasingly relying on financial floats, like Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL), that blur the line between control and strain.

More than half (58%) of Americans say they are using BNPL programs, but particularly younger generations such as Gen Z (79%) and Millennials (68%).
BNPL users report having a slightly less negative personal financial outlook (49%) than non BNPL users (58%).
In fact, only 10% of BNPL users cite BNPL payments as a top three financial concern.

Yet even as these tools offer short-term flexibility, nearly three in four (73%) BNPL users still report feeling financially stressed, underscoring the tension between near-term choice and long-term planning.

“For many Americans, rising costs aren’t just numbers on a reciept; they represent difficult choices that shape everyday life,” said Brown. “Whether it’s prioritizing debt reduction or using new financial tools, people are looking for ways to stay in control while navigating an uncertain environment. We know that every financial journey is personal, and our role is to help clients find practical, meaningful steps that fit their circumstances and help them move forward on their financial journeys.”

To learn more about the survey’s findings, visit the KeyBank 2026 Financial Mobility Survey Executive Summary.

Access KeyBank’s financial wellness online resources, including the Financial Wellness Center’s Banking 101 curriculum, or meet with a local banker to complete a Key Financial Wellness Review for a more financially confident future.

Methodology
This survey was conducted online by Schmidt Market Research in July 2025, polling 1,004 Americans, ages 18-70. All respondents have sole or shared responsibility for household financial decisions and maintain a checking or savings account. The survey examined respondents’ spending and savings habits, levels of financial confidence, stress and resiliency factors, economic sentiment, and debt impacts.

About KeyCorp
In 2025, KeyCorp celebrates its bicentennial, marking 200 years of service to clients and communities from Maine to Alaska. To learn more, visit KeyBank Heritage Center. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Key is one of the nation’s largest bank-based financial services companies, with assets of approximately $187 billion at September 30, 2025.

Key provides deposit, lending, cash management, and investment services to individuals and businesses in 15 states under the name KeyBank National Association through a network of approximately 1,000 branches and approximately 1,200 ATMs. Key also provides a broad range of sophisticated corporate and investment banking products, such as merger and acquisition advice, public and private debt and equity, syndications and derivatives to middle market companies in selected industries throughout the United States under the KeyBanc Capital Markets trade name. For more information, visit https://www.key.com/. KeyBank Member FDIC.

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Almost a Year After the Ceasefire Agreement, Agencies Say Farmers in Lebanon Still Struggle To Recover

Posted on November 10, 2025 by sHq_LoGiNz

Published by Action Against Hunger.

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November 10, 2025 /3BL/ – Almost a year since a ceasefire was agreed, many farmers in Southern Lebanon are still denied access to their land due to displacement, ongoing Israeli attacks, and soil contamination, a joint report released today by Action Against Hunger, Oxfam, and Insecurity Insight has found.

The impacts of the war coupled with almost daily attacks and occupation have wiped out farmland and destroyed crops and essential food infrastructure, threatening the food security and livelihoods in some of the country’s most fertile and productive areas.

The report “‘We Lost Everything’: The Impact of Conflict on Farmers and Food Security in Lebanon” details the immediate and long-term impacts of repeated and ongoing attacks by Israeli forces on Lebanese agricultural land and food production.

It found the destruction of key centers of food production and distribution, such as the historic Nabatieh market, has deepened the economic challenges faced by communities. Attacks have resulted in lasting disruption to the agricultural sector and damaged the rural economy as seeds, fuel and other items necessary to plant and harvest are harder to obtain.

“Some farmers have lost everything, and this will have devastating repercussions not just for them and their families, but the communities they help to feed”, said Insecurity Insight Director Christina Wille. “The majority of interviewed farmers told us they had been unable to access their agricultural land at some point since October 2023, and most felt unsafe accessing land for planting, harvesting crops or grazing livestock. Several farmers had their food production reduced to zero, leaving them without their main income source.”

Even those who had been able to access their land raised concerns about continued and indiscriminate bombing, financial difficulties, and the inability to obtain almost everything required to farm — fertilizer and fuel, fodder, workers and equipment — and dangerous roads that prohibit transport of goods.

The ongoing threat of violence and the levels of destruction witnessed throughout the conflict have also had a profound impact on the physical and psychological wellbeing of affected communities.

“Farmers across Lebanon are already in crisis as historically low rainfall has led to the worst drought on record. This climate stress is being exacerbated by the ongoing effects of the conflict, including contamination of the land, restricted access and disruption to supply chains. Urgent action is needed to restore hope for farmers and communities who rely on them”, said Action Against Hunger Country Director Suzanne Takkenberg.

Oxfam in Lebanon Country Director Bachir Ayoub said that it will be impossible for affected farmers to fully recover until the terms of the ceasefire are upheld. “The repeated attacks on farmland in South Lebanon and Bekaa are not only destroying livelihoods but deliberately undermining Lebanon’s food security. There must be an immediate end to these violations and the full withdrawal of Israeli forces so that farmers can safely return to their land and rebuild their lives,” added Ayoub.

Almost half of the farmers interviewed for the report had been internally displaced. Nearly a year since the ceasefire was declared in Lebanon, approximately 82,000 people remain unable to go home due to ongoing Israeli occupation and armed violence. This displacement means that large portions of agricultural land remain inaccessible and crops remain unharvested, exacerbating the already high levels of food insecurity in the country.

Farmers overwhelmingly said they cannot farm, access markets, or feed their families without peace and urgent assistance to mend deepening hunger and poverty.

The agencies recall that all parties to the conflict have clear obligations under International Humanitarian Law to protect objects indispensable to the survival of the civilian population, including foodstuffs, agricultural areas, crops and livestock. The agencies call on urgent action to be taken to push for enhanced humanitarian and development material support and funding to address Lebanon’s heightened humanitarian needs and reconstruction plans. The agencies call for the full withdrawal of Israeli forces from Lebanese territory as a crucial component of the ceasefire agreement.

This report, produced with the support of the French Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs, builds on the agencies’ earlier joint report “When Bombs Turn the Taps Off: The Impact of Conflict on Water Infrastructure in Lebanon”, which demonstrated the devastating long-term and reverberating impacts of repeated Israeli attacks damaging and destroying water infrastructure in southern Lebanon and Bekaa.

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AI Policies Made Simple: How Ministries Are Learning to Navigate the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence

Posted on November 10, 2025 by sHq_LoGiNz

LIVINGSTON, N.J., Nov. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Artificial intelligence is rapidly entering church operations, shaping sermon prep, communications, and administration. Many ministry leaders now face a new challenge: how to use AI responsibly.

Launching December 1, AI Policies Made Simple is a masterclass designed to help pastors and nonprofit executives create clear, mission-aligned AI policies. Developed by Kenny Jahng, founder of AIforChurchLeaders.com and editor-in-chief of ChurchTechToday.com, the course provides a faith-based framework for governing technology with wisdom and integrity.

According to the 2025 State of AI in the Church Survey and Report, over 42% of church leaders now use AI tools weekly or daily in their work. “AI is already in our ministries, whether leaders realize it or not,” said Kenny Jahng. “We can either drift into using it without direction, or take responsibility and set clear boundaries.”

The masterclass simplifies policy creation into five key tracks:

WHO – Leadership & Governance
WHY – Theological Foundations
HOW – Practical Design
WHERE – Ethical Boundaries
WHAT – Policy Assembly

Each track includes templates and prompts that guide teams to produce a working, board-ready AI policy by the end of the course.

“Every church and nonprofit carries a sacred trust: to protect its people and ensure technology serves the mission, not the moment,” Jahng said. “An AI policy is how leaders turn conviction into practice. It’s a compass that keeps innovation pointing toward integrity.”

AI Policies Made Simple

approaches technology through a theological and ethical lens, framing innovation as stewardship. It builds on Jahng’s earlier success with ChatGPT for Churches, the #1 course for pastors learning to use AI. Together, the two courses equip leaders to apply and govern AI with clarity and conviction.

The masterclass is hosted by AIforChurchLeaders.com and published in partnership with ChurchTechToday.com. Enrollment is available at AIPoliciesMadeSimple.com. For interviews or media inquiries, contact 404257@email4pr.com or 973-500-8536.

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Trane Technologies Collaborates With the University of Galway To Revolutionize Sustainable Manufacturing

Posted on November 10, 2025 by sHq_LoGiNz

Trane Technologies is pleased to announce its collaboration with the University of Galway, Ireland, to develop sustainable and innovative technologies for advanced manufacturing processes.

This research aims to enhance manufacturing systems used in buildings, homes, and transportation, while simultaneously increasing productivity and reducing environmental impact.

The project is co-funded by I-Form, Taighde Éireann – Research Ireland Centre for Advanced Manufacturing, and Trane Technologies.

President of University of Galway, Professor David Burn, said: “At University of Galway we have a proud and unique heritage in the field of engineering. Our research partnership with Trane Technologies is the essence of that, as we empower our academics, students and collaborators to pioneer an agenda of innovation, sustainability and learning.” 

Max Javaheri, Vice President, Advanced Manufacturing for Trane Technologies, said: “For over 45 years, Thermo King in Galway has been a cornerstone of manufacturing excellence and innovation. This public-private collaboration between Trane Technologies, the University of Galway, and I-Form will build upon that legacy and will focus on developing advanced, innovative, and sustainable production methods that will immensely impact our factories globally. It will also create meaningful impact by advancing clean manufacturing technologies and nurturing local talent. Together, we will transform the future of manufacturing and reinforce Galway’s position as a hub for innovation and advanced engineering.”  

The research will be led by Dr Noel Harrison, Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering, and Pádraig Conneely, Lecturer in Automation and Lean Manufacturing, both of whom are based in the School of Engineering at University of Galway. 

Professor Laoise McNamara, Head of the School of Engineering at University of Galway, said:  “This collaboration will combine cutting-edge academic research with a real-world engineering application, allowing University of Galway to collaborate with Trane Technologies’ subject matter experts and automation engineers, as well as creating new learning opportunities for our researchers and students.” 

Professor Denis Dowling, Centre Director, I-Form – Research Ireland Centre for Advanced Manufacturing, said: “This three-year collaboration exemplifies I-Form’s mission to drive the transformation of advanced manufacturing in Ireland through sustainable, high-impact research partnerships. By co-funding projects like this, we are helping to shape a more innovative and resilient manufacturing ecosystem for the future.” 

The research project aims to promote more sustainable, rapid and cost-effective development of new products and processes, as well as digitalised manufacturing. This will be achieved by replacing time-consuming, physical experimentation with advanced, predictive modelling. 

Trane Technologies, Thermo King R&D teams, based in Galway, will work together with University of Galway’s researchers and students to develop advanced manufacturing solutions that will be deployed across Trane Technologies’ global network. 

Together, the research team will design, develop and validate robotic and automated systems for brazing operations; build proof-of-concept prototypes and test beds to demonstrate system capabilities; conduct industrial trials and validate system performance in a production-representative environment; and develop robotic system programmes and virtual simulations of process and tooling using in-house robotic systems.

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About Trane Technologies

Trane Technologies (NYSE: TT) is a global climate innovator. Through its strategic brands Trane® and Thermo King®, and its portfolio of environmentally responsible products and services, the company brings efficient and sustainable climate solutions to buildings, homes, and transportation.

Trane Technologies is widely recognized as a leader in sustainability, integrating sustainable practices into the company’s core strategy and throughout its global operations as it progresses toward its 2030 Sustainability Commitments. Since 2019, Trane Technologies has reduced customer carbon emissions by 237 million metric tons, on track to meet its Gigaton Challenge goal of reducing one gigaton (or one billion metric tons) of customer carbon emissions by 2030. Learn more at tranetechnologies.com.

About I-Form 

I-Form Research Ireland Centre for Advanced Manufacturing has partnership with 9 research institutes to bring together a nationwide pool of expertise in materials science, engineering, data analytics and artificial intelligence. The Centre is focused on research into the digitalisation of manufacturing, working in partnership with industry to enhance processing efficiency and sustainability, as well as reducing the risk and cost of new product and process development. We work in close collaboration with industry to ensure that our research is relevant, applicable, and impactful, delivering a step-change in competitiveness for Irish manufacturing. 

For more information visit: www.i-form.ie  

About University of Galway  

Established in 1845, University of Galway is one of the top 2% of universities in the world. We are a bilingual university, comprised of four colleges, 18 schools and six research institutes, with more than 19,000 students, including around 3,000 international students. We have been accredited with an Athena SWAN Institutional Bronze Award, and 12 out of our 18 schools hold individual Athena SWAN Awards. We have more than 2,500 staff, and research collaborations with 4,675 international institutions in 137 countries. We have 133,000 alumni and 98% of graduates are in employment or further study within six months. 

For more information visit https://www.universityofgalway.ie/ or view all news  

Get the most from the expert commentary, views and stories from University of Galway on our Cois Coiribe platform https://impact.universityofgalway.ie/ 

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Brittany Kilgore on Why Leidos Alumni Shouldn’t Hesitate To Reapply

Posted on November 10, 2025 by sHq_LoGiNz

“Leidos gave me my first opportunity to work in cybersecurity, and the engineers I joined were very welcoming,” says Brittany Kilgore, cybersecurity engineer at Leidos. “I never felt pressure while I was learning, because I always had help from them. Working for Leidos was pretty amazing.”

After nearly two years at Leidos, Brittany needed a career break to address personal matters that required her full attention.

“I always strive to deliver my best work and, at the time, I worried I couldn’t,” Brittany explains. “I was sad to leave, and my supervisor was very understanding. He even told me I’d be welcome to come back.”

It’s clear that he meant it, because Brittany returned to the same role one year later. Read on for more details about Brittany’s path back.

Applying to rejoin Leidos

“While working here the first time, I was inspired by the way Leidos values professional development and upskilling,” Brittany says. “I took many of the training courses offered and even started my master’s degree in cybersecurity and information assurance.”

Among other things, Brittany finished earning her degree while away from Leidos and was once again ready to look for jobs.

Though she’d enjoyed working at Leidos, Brittany had reservations about reaching out since she’d chosen to leave, so she applied to jobs at other places. When nothing felt right, Brittany decided to see whether Leidos had open cybersecurity roles. A position was open — the same type of role she’d left nearly a year before.

“I was nervous to apply, but I asked myself, ‘What’s the worst thing that can happen? They could just say no.’” Brittany says. Realizing she had nothing to lose, she applied and realized she needn’t have worried. Leidos welcomed Brittany back in August 2025.

What Brittany is doing now and what she enjoys about working at Leidos

“My team’s work helps protect our military’s critical infrastructure,” Brittany says. A military veteran herself, Brittany understands how essential it is to keep sensitive information and important systems secure by detecting potential vulnerabilities and protecting against unauthorized access.

“I like knowing my work has a real impact and I’m especially glad that I get to do it for an employer that places a high value on integrity,” Brittany says. “I love the culture our leadership promotes.”

She also appreciates her team’s collaborative atmosphere: “I work with knowledgeable people who freely bounce ideas off one another. We learn a lot from each other and have a very supportive manager.”

Finally, Brittany enjoys participating in the Leidos Military Alliance Group, saying the meetings and fireside chats feel personal, welcoming and warm.

“The Military Alliance Group offers useful resources for those who are in the middle of transitioning to civilian service,” she says. “There’s a true understanding of our experiences and backgrounds as veterans.”

As Brittany focuses on deepening her expertise in cybersecurity, she looks forward to continuing to learn about evolving technologies and threats.

“Leidos is a great place to keep building knowledge and experience — and to grow your career,” Brittany says.

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‘Treat Yo Self’ to Domino’s® New Spicy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza

Posted on November 10, 2025 by sHq_LoGiNz

Brand teams up with Retta from NBC’s hit sitcom Parks and Recreation to encourage customers to try Specialty Pizzas, any day of the year, for just $9.99 each as part of Domino’s Mix and Match deal

ANN ARBOR, Mich., Nov. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A new, mouthwatering pizza has just joined Domino’s Pizza Inc.’s (Nasdaq: DPZ) lineup of Specialty Pizzas. Starting today, customers can enjoy Domino’s Spicy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza – a delicious pizza made with grilled chicken breast, creamy ranch, smoked bacon, jalapenos, provolone, cheese made with 100% real mozzarella and topped with a drizzle of buffalo sauce.

The new Spicy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza joins Domino’s existing lineup of 10 other Specialty Pizzas, including The People’s Pizza-Deluxe, Philly Cheese Steak, Pacific Veggie and more. Customers can try the new pizza, as well as any other medium Specialty Pizza, for just $9.99 each when they select Domino’s Mix and Match deal.

“Domino’s Specialty Pizzas help put the ‘mmm’ in ‘Dommmino’s,’ and our Spicy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza is no exception,” said Kate Trumbull, Domino’s executive vice president – chief marketing officer. “Typically, specialty pizzas come with premium prices, but at Domino’s, we’ve proudly partnered with the ‘Treat Yo Self’ queen, Retta, to tell customers they don’t have to wait for a great deal to treat themselves to our most delicious, craveable pizzas – they’re $9.99 every day of the year!”

Domino’s and Retta are teaming up on TV ads, which will begin airing in the coming weeks, to let customers know that now they can treat themselves to Specialty Pizzas any day of the year. “Treat Yo Self” became an iconic catchphrase from NBC’s hit sitcom “Parks and Recreation” – originating from a “Treat Yo Self” tradition in which Retta’s character, Donna Meagle, indulges in luxurious items like clothes, massages, fine leather goods, and more for one day each year. Thanks to Domino’s, now the best day of the year is every day of the year.

To “Treat Yo Self” to Domino’s new Spicy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza or any other Specialty Pizza for just $9.99, visit www.dominos.com or use Domino’s mobile app, and select the “Mix and Match” deal.

About Domino’s Pizza^®Founded in 1960, Domino’s Pizza is the largest pizza company in the world, with a significant business in both delivery and carryout. It ranks among the world’s top public restaurant brands with a global enterprise of more than 21,700 stores in over 90 markets. Domino’s had global retail sales of over $19.7 billion in the trailing four quarters ended Sept. 7, 2025. Its system is comprised of independent franchise owners who accounted for 99% of Domino’s stores as of the end of the third quarter of 2025. In the U.S., Domino’s generated more than 85% of U.S. retail sales in 2024 via digital channels and has developed many innovative ordering platforms.

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A 0% Down VA Loan Can Put Veterans in a Home 4.4 Years Sooner

Posted on November 10, 2025 by sHq_LoGiNz

Underutilization of VA loans delays homeownership, especially in high-cost markets, co-op-heavy cities, and areas where Veterans may not know about their benefits

AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — For many U.S. Veterans, buying a home can feel out of reach, but a 0% down Veterans Affairs home loan can help first-time buyers move in 4.4 years sooner than with a typical conventional loan, according to a new report from Realtor.com^® and the National Association of Realtors^®.

A custom analysis of NAR’s 2024 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers finds that 74% of first-time VA loan users put 0% down, compared with a 12% median down payment for conventional first-time buyers. With a VA loan, borrowers only need to cover standard closing costs, which are similar for both types of loans. On a typical $430,000 home, a conventional buyer would need roughly $51,600 upfront that a VA loan buyer wouldn’t need. For a first-time buyer saving 15% of a median $78,700 annual gross income, it would take about 4.4 years to accumulate that amount.

A lower 10% savings rate stretches the timeline to 6.6 years, while a more aggressive 20% rate shortens it to 3.3 years. In short, a 0% down VA loan lets buyers enter the market and start building equity years sooner.

“For many Veterans and service members, a VA loan can be a game changer,” said Danielle Hale, chief economist at Realtor.com^®. “By removing the hurdle of a large down payment, these loans open doors to homeownership and financial security years sooner.”

Across U.S. markets, VA loans unlock homeownership 2.7 to 10 years sooner

Across U.S. metro areas, VA loans give first-time buyers a head start, cutting years off the path to a home. Assuming the same 0% down payment for VA loans versus 12% for conventional loans, and a 15% household saving rate for first-time buyers making the local median income and purchasing a home at the local median price, these loans can help buyers get a foothold in their local market years sooner. On the lower end, a VA loan lets buyers reach homeownership 2.7 years sooner than a conventional loan in Akron, Ohio, and 2.8 years sooner in Dayton, Ohio, while in higher-cost areas, it ranges from 6.5 years sooner in New York City, 7.5 years in both San Diego and Oxnard–Thousand Oaks, Calif., and up to 10 years sooner in Los Angeles.

High-cost, co-op heavy markets lag in VA loan use, while military hubs lead the way

Despite the clear advantages of VA loans, use remains low in some areas – especially high-priced metros like Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Jose, and New York, where home prices, co-op restrictions, and limited awareness all play a role.

“The VA Home Loan program has opened the door to homeownership for more than 48 million veterans and service members – one of the most successful housing initiatives in American history,” said Lawrence Yun, NAR chief economist. “The standout benefit of a VA loan is the 0% down payment but without the extra risk. The lower upfront cost makes homeownership more attainable, especially in high-cost markets and amid elevated mortgage rates, giving qualified buyers a critical advantage and the ability to start building equity sooner. The VA Home Loan program is a shining example of how smart federal policy can expand access to homeownership, strengthen communities, and reward those who’ve served our nation.”

In metros with a high concentration of co-ops, like New York, additional barriers limit access to VA loans, resulting in one of the nation’s lowest utilization rates – just 3.8 VA-financed home sales per 1,000 military households. That’s because in addition to high-costs, VA loans cannot currently be used to purchase co-ops, and condos or townhomes must be VA-approved to qualify. Identifying and addressing these underutilized markets is key, as many are exactly where Veterans could benefit most from the 0% down payment advantage.

Conversely, metros near major military bases – including Virginia Beach, Va., and Colorado Springs, Colo. – show some of the highest VA loan utilization rates, 42.1 and 43.1, respectively, reflecting both the concentration of military households and stronger awareness of the program. In contrast, markets like Salt Lake City and Fresno, Calif., have fewer military households, which may contribute to lower awareness despite the potential for significant financial benefit.

Mission Zero: Closing the awareness gap to help more Veterans achieve homeownership

Despite VA loans’ many advantages, only about one-third of Veterans and active-duty service members know they can buy a home with no money down, according to a 2025 survey from Veterans United Home Loans.

“Many Veterans don’t realize that a VA loan removes the need for a down payment, which is one of the biggest hurdles to homeownership,” said Chris Birk, vice president of Mortgage Insight and Education, Veterans United Home Loans. “As the nation’s largest VA lender, we see every day how this benefit changes lives. When Veterans understand the power of their VA loan, they can start building equity and stability for their families years sooner.”

This report is part of the Mission Zero campaign, launched two years ago by Realtor.com^® in partnership with Veterans United, to ensure every Veteran knows about and can use their VA home loan benefit. The 2025 campaign launches November 11 in partnership with Veterans United Home Loans, The New York Post, The Wall Street Journal, RE/MAX, Home Depot, NAR, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and Homes for Our Troops.

This year, Army Veterans Terry Lashley, Shelia Roberts, & Ronnie Baldwin have joined Mission Zero to help more Veterans learn about the VA loan that makes homeownership possible with 0% down. On November 11, you can watch their stories and find out more about VA loans at www.realtor.com/veterans. The Veterans & Military Benefits section on Realtor.com^® for-sale home listings also includes information about this benefit.

Metro	Utilization Rate: # sales with VA loans per 1000 Military HH	Benefit Intensity: Yrs sooner to ownership	VA Loan Utilization Rate	VA Loan Benefit Intensity	Mismatch: (Low VA utilization & High Benefit Intensity)	Share of military HH	Avg. Median Price
Akron, OH	9.4	2.7	Low	Low		13.40 %	$232,806
Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY	6.1	4.1	Low	Low		12.30 %	$437,533
Albuquerque, NM	17.7	4.6	High	High		17.60 %	$408,479
Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ	9.1	4	Low	Low		13.70 %	$388,913
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA	15.8	3.7	High	Low		13.70 %	$409,920
Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC	33.7	3.8	High	Low		24.90 %	$318,199
Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX	18.2	4	High	Low		12.20 %	$508,505
Bakersfield-Delano, CA	17.2	4.8	High	High		12.10 %	$400,463
Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD	18.2	3.2	High	Low		14.60 %	$377,448
Baton Rouge, LA	13.7	3.6	Low	Low		12.00 %	$300,796
Birmingham, AL	14.4	3.3	Low	Low		13.90 %	$296,398
Boise City, ID	19.8	5.5	High	High		17.00 %	$595,852
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH	5.8	6.1	Low	High	Mismatch	9.80 %	$836,038
Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT	3.1	5.7	Low	High	Mismatch	8.20 %	$810,754
Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY	4.6	3.1	Low	Low		14.50 %	$272,724
Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL	11.4	4.6	Low	High	Mismatch	17.40 %	$427,193
Charleston-North Charleston, SC	32.6	4.9	High	High		22.30 %	$519,421
Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC	15.8	4.3	High	Low		13.10 %	$434,796
Chattanooga, TN-GA	14.2	4.5	Low	High	Mismatch	16.30 %	$406,576
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN	10.8	3.4	Low	Low		8.40 %	$365,693
Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN	11.2	3.4	Low	Low		13.10 %	$337,322
Cleveland, OH	9.1	3	Low	Low		12.40 %	$256,469
Colorado Springs, CO	43.1	4.5	High	High		32.60 %	$497,170
Columbia, SC	28.3	3.7	High	Low		21.10 %	$309,880
Columbus, OH	13.1	3.7	Low	Low		12.10 %	$369,660
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX	22.8	3.9	High	Low		12.00 %	$428,734
Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek, OH	18.3	2.8	High	Low		19.40 %	$243,677
Deltona-Daytona Beach-Ormond Beach, FL	19.4	4.4	High	High		20.20 %	$389,564
Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO	16.8	4.4	High	High		12.50 %	$592,295
Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA	15.8	3.3	High	Low		12.90 %	$354,895
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI	9.1	2.9	Low	Low		10.00 %	$261,956
El Paso, TX	37.4	4.2	High	Low		18.70 %	$296,193
Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR	20.3	4.6	High	High		12.80 %	$437,613
Fresno, CA	11.7	5.3	Low	High	Mismatch	10.50 %	$474,410
Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI	9.9	3.8	Low	Low		10.50 %	$394,015
Greensboro-High Point, NC	13.1	4.2	Low	Low		13.00 %	$330,121
Greenville-Anderson-Greer, SC	12.4	4.4	Low	High	Mismatch	15.40 %	$373,227
Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA	10.6	3.6	Low	Low		14.50 %	$349,527
Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT	7.3	3.7	Low	Low		11.00 %	$437,754
Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX	20.5	3.7	High	Low		10.50 %	$365,753
Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN	16.4	3.2	High	Low		13.20 %	$320,608
Jackson, MS	7.9	4	Low	Low		13.70 %	$309,875
Jacksonville, FL	25.7	3.9	High	Low		23.60 %	$397,028
Kansas City, MO-KS	15.5	3.9	High	Low		14.70 %	$389,016
Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY	4.4	4.7	Low	High	Mismatch	12.50 %	$538,212
Knoxville, TN	16.7	5	High	High		16.20 %	$451,078
Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL	21.3	4.3	High	Low		17.00 %	$340,821
Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV	24.8	5.2	High	High		16.80 %	$473,693
Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR	23.6	3.6	High	Low		17.00 %	$293,246
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA	4.3	10	Low	High	Mismatch	7.20 %	$1,140,124
Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN	14.1	3.5	Low	Low		13.80 %	$317,372
McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX	13.9	4.3	Low	Low		8.70 %	$271,472
Memphis, TN-MS-AR	16.5	4	High	Low		14.10 %	$336,104
Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL	8.8	5.5	Low	High	Mismatch	8.20 %	$513,279
Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI	7.1	4.1	Low	Low		10.30 %	$384,617
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI	10	3.6	Low	Low		11.80 %	$434,058
Nashville-Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin, TN	16.4	5.1	High	High		12.40 %	$539,897
New Haven, CT	4.9	4	Low	Low		10.10 %	$465,333
New Orleans-Metairie, LA	7.3	4.1	Low	Low		11.80 %	$320,519
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ	3.8	6.5	Low	High	Mismatch	6.50 %	$771,265
North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL	12.5	4.8	Low	High	Mismatch	17.90 %	$479,698
Oklahoma City, OK	25.1	3.6	High	Low		17.50 %	$318,721
Omaha, NE-IA	20.6	3.7	High	Low		16.40 %	$392,633
Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL	14.4	4.5	Low	High	Mismatch	14.20 %	$423,797
Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA	6.9	7.5	Low	High	Mismatch	13.10 %	$1,013,650
Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL	23.4	3.9	High	Low		25.90 %	$384,857
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD	8.7	3.4	Low	Low		11.30 %	$372,115
Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ	19.1	4.7	High	High		14.50 %	$512,950
Pittsburgh, PA	7.8	2.7	Low	Low		13.70 %	$242,702
Portland-South Portland, ME	5.9	5.6	Low	High	Mismatch	14.00 %	$641,960
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA	10.6	5.1	Low	High	Mismatch	12.60 %	$602,917
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA	9.9	5.3	Low	High	Mismatch	11.90 %	$566,817
Raleigh-Cary, NC	18.4	3.7	High	Low		12.60 %	$451,088
Richmond, VA	17	4	High	Low		16.50 %	$439,469
Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA	15.8	5.6	High	High		13.60 %	$599,154
Rochester, NY	4.8	3.1	Low	Low		11.20 %	$275,483
Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA	9.5	5.3	Low	High	Mismatch	13.40 %	$623,501
Salt Lake City-Murray, UT	9.4	4.7	Low	High	Mismatch	10.30 %	$578,375
San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX	36.3	3.6	High	Low		22.70 %	$333,489
San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	13.4	7.5	Low	High	Mismatch	18.60 %	$968,285
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA	3.3	5.7	Low	High	Mismatch	7.30 %	$958,645
San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA	2.7	6.9	Low	High	Mismatch	5.80 %	$1,359,153
Scranton–Wilkes-Barre, PA	7.3	3.2	Low	Low		14.00 %	$256,173
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA	10.8	5.4	Low	High	Mismatch	13.80 %	$762,296
Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA	16.5	5.5	High	High		19.90 %	$501,225
St. Louis, MO-IL	15.9	2.9	High	Low		15.40 %	$291,925
Stockton-Lodi, CA	10.6	5.3	Low	High	Mismatch	12.00 %	$584,012
Syracuse, NY	6.6	3.5	Low	Low		13.70 %	$307,975
Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL	18.4	4.5	High	High		17.20 %	$406,643
Toledo, OH	13	3	Low	Low		11.40 %	$234,814
Tucson, AZ	18.6	4.6	High	High		19.60 %	$391,659
Tulsa, OK	11	3.9	Low	Low		15.50 %	$326,973
Urban Honolulu, HI	28	5.5	High	High		28.10 %	$678,865
Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC	42.1	4	High	Low		31.70 %	$402,939
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV	21.8	3.9	High	Low		16.10 %	$601,948
Wichita, KS	21.6	3.3	High	Low		16.30 %	$293,057
Winston-Salem, NC	15.9	4.2	High	Low		14.20 %	$346,447
Worcester, MA	15	4.9	Low	High	Mismatch	12.60 %	$551,979
Average	15.0	4.4				14.6 %	$456,477

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Envision and Statera Unite on 680MW Carrington Storage to Advance UK Renewable Energy Future

Posted on November 10, 2025 by sHq_LoGiNz

LONDON, Nov. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Envision Energy, a global leader in green technology, has partnered with UK-based Statera Energy to provide the Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) for the Carrington Storage Project. With a total capacity of 680MW / 1360MWh, Carrington is one of the UK’s largest single-site battery storage projects to reach financial close, marking a decisive step toward a highly renewable, flexible, and intelligent power system that enhances grid resilience and supports the country’s low-carbon transition.

Located at Trafford Low Carbon Energy Park in Greater Manchester, Carrington Storage is expected to be energised by late 2026. Once operational, it will deliver power to around 2.2 million homes for up to two hours, enhancing grid stability, reducing renewable curtailment, and supporting the UK’s net-zero and energy security goals. The project brings together leading stakeholders including Statera Energy, Lloyds, Statkraft, NatWest, Santander, Siemens Bank, SEB, and Mizuho, highlighting strong institutional confidence in large-scale battery storage as a core enabler of the energy transition.

Envision Energy will supply its AI-powered BESS, designed for high renewable integration, superior efficiency, and optimal lifecycle performance. Statera chose Envision not only for its global expertise in energy storage and system integration, but also for its pioneering AI-driven solution. Leveraging Large Energy Model, the system can monitor real-time grid conditions, actively participate in grid-forming control, and ensure stability under high renewable penetration. Its “forecast – dispatch – trade – self-learning” closed-loop algorithm shifts revenue generation from experience-driven to model-driven, enabling replicable, measurable, and sustainable growth. This represents a generational upgrade from traditional “hardware assets” to “artificial intelligence assets”, offering high energy density, low noise, enhanced flexibility, and elevated returns, making it a key foundation for a stable and profitable renewable energy system.

“As one of the largest BESS sites in the UK, the Carrington Storage project is another important step toward realising the country’s clean energy ambitions.” said Henry Peng, Senior Vice President and President of Latin America and Europe at Envision Energy, “Envision is honored to collaborate with Statera and leading energy and financial stakeholders to deploy our AI-powered BESS solutions, advancing Statera’s ambition of over 5GW of BESS capacity by 2030. Together, we are enhancing grid flexibility and reliability, and accelerating the UK’s transition to a low-carbon, renewable-led energy future.”

“We’re pleased to be working with Envision Energy on the Carrington Storage project,” said Matt Arnold, Director, BESS & Flex Gen at Statera Energy. “We selected Envision for their proven track record in delivering large-scale energy storage systems and their integrated, AI-led approach. This collaboration strengthens our ability to deliver flexible, reliable energy to the UK grid and supports the country’s transition to a low-carbon future.”

Envision Energy has long been active in Europe, with operations and energy transition initiatives across the UK, France, and Spain and beyond. The successful implementation of the Carrington project will further strengthen Envision’s position in the European energy storage and renewable market.

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