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More than $2.9 million raised through Spark Good “Round Up” program for Operation
Homefront.

SAN ANTONIO, Feb. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Operation Homefront, a leading national military nonprofit, announced today that Walmart’s Spark Good program raised more than $2.9 million, including a 2:1 match from Walmart—thanks to the incredible generosity of Walmart.com and Walmart app customers. This marks the third consecutive year Walmart has selected Operation Homefront as a beneficiary of the Spark Good Veterans Day Round Up, underscoring their unwavering commitment to military and veteran families nationwide.

In November, customers who shopped on Walmart.com and the Walmart app had the opportunity to round up their purchases at checkout and make additional donations to help advance Operation Homefront’s mission to build strong, stable, and secure military and veteran families. Walmart matched customer contributions to Operation Homefront 2:1, up to $2 million.

“We are tremendously grateful for Walmart’s extraordinary generosity and leadership,” said Alan Reyes, President and CEO of Operation Homefront. “Their $2.9 million investment through Spark Good represents a powerful commitment to the men and women who have served our country. Together, we are making a meaningful and lasting difference for military families who deserve the unwavering support of the nation they have so selflessly defended.”

With this year’s donation, Walmart’s Spark Good Round Up program has raised more than $7.9 million since 2023 for Operation Homefront, helping fund critical relief and recurring support programs that strengthen and uplift military families in the communities they’ve worked so hard to protect.

About Operation Homefront
Operation Homefront is a national nonprofit organization whose mission is to build strong, stable, and secure military and veteran families by improving their financial, emotional, and social well-being. Recognized for superior performance by leading independent charity oversight groups, 83 percent of Operation Homefront expenditures go directly to programs that support tens of thousands of military families each year. Operation Homefront provides critical financial assistance, transitional and permanent housing, and family support services to prevent short-term needs from turning into chronic, long-term struggles. Thanks to the generosity of our donors and the support from thousands of volunteers, Operation Homefront proudly serves America’s military families. For more information, visit OperationHomefront.org.

About Philanthropy at Walmart
Walmart.org represents the philanthropic efforts of Walmart and the Walmart Foundation. The Walmart.org team works to tackle key social and environmental issues relevant for the retail sector in collaboration with others to spark long-lasting systemic change.

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More than $2.9 million raised through Spark Good “Round Up” program for Operation
Homefront.

SAN ANTONIO, Feb. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Operation Homefront, a leading national military nonprofit, announced today that Walmart’s Spark Good program raised more than $2.9 million, including a 2:1 match from Walmart—thanks to the incredible generosity of Walmart.com and Walmart app customers. This marks the third consecutive year Walmart has selected Operation Homefront as a beneficiary of the Spark Good Veterans Day Round Up, underscoring their unwavering commitment to military and veteran families nationwide.

In November, customers who shopped on Walmart.com and the Walmart app had the opportunity to round up their purchases at checkout and make additional donations to help advance Operation Homefront’s mission to build strong, stable, and secure military and veteran families. Walmart matched customer contributions to Operation Homefront 2:1, up to $2 million.

“We are tremendously grateful for Walmart’s extraordinary generosity and leadership,” said Alan Reyes, President and CEO of Operation Homefront. “Their $2.9 million investment through Spark Good represents a powerful commitment to the men and women who have served our country. Together, we are making a meaningful and lasting difference for military families who deserve the unwavering support of the nation they have so selflessly defended.”

With this year’s donation, Walmart’s Spark Good Round Up program has raised more than $7.9 million since 2023 for Operation Homefront, helping fund critical relief and recurring support programs that strengthen and uplift military families in the communities they’ve worked so hard to protect.

About Operation Homefront
Operation Homefront is a national nonprofit organization whose mission is to build strong, stable, and secure military and veteran families by improving their financial, emotional, and social well-being. Recognized for superior performance by leading independent charity oversight groups, 83 percent of Operation Homefront expenditures go directly to programs that support tens of thousands of military families each year. Operation Homefront provides critical financial assistance, transitional and permanent housing, and family support services to prevent short-term needs from turning into chronic, long-term struggles. Thanks to the generosity of our donors and the support from thousands of volunteers, Operation Homefront proudly serves America’s military families. For more information, visit OperationHomefront.org.

About Philanthropy at Walmart
Walmart.org represents the philanthropic efforts of Walmart and the Walmart Foundation. The Walmart.org team works to tackle key social and environmental issues relevant for the retail sector in collaboration with others to spark long-lasting systemic change.

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More than $2.9 million raised through Spark Good “Round Up” program for Operation
Homefront.

SAN ANTONIO, Feb. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Operation Homefront, a leading national military nonprofit, announced today that Walmart’s Spark Good program raised more than $2.9 million, including a 2:1 match from Walmart—thanks to the incredible generosity of Walmart.com and Walmart app customers. This marks the third consecutive year Walmart has selected Operation Homefront as a beneficiary of the Spark Good Veterans Day Round Up, underscoring their unwavering commitment to military and veteran families nationwide.

In November, customers who shopped on Walmart.com and the Walmart app had the opportunity to round up their purchases at checkout and make additional donations to help advance Operation Homefront’s mission to build strong, stable, and secure military and veteran families. Walmart matched customer contributions to Operation Homefront 2:1, up to $2 million.

“We are tremendously grateful for Walmart’s extraordinary generosity and leadership,” said Alan Reyes, President and CEO of Operation Homefront. “Their $2.9 million investment through Spark Good represents a powerful commitment to the men and women who have served our country. Together, we are making a meaningful and lasting difference for military families who deserve the unwavering support of the nation they have so selflessly defended.”

With this year’s donation, Walmart’s Spark Good Round Up program has raised more than $7.9 million since 2023 for Operation Homefront, helping fund critical relief and recurring support programs that strengthen and uplift military families in the communities they’ve worked so hard to protect.

About Operation Homefront
Operation Homefront is a national nonprofit organization whose mission is to build strong, stable, and secure military and veteran families by improving their financial, emotional, and social well-being. Recognized for superior performance by leading independent charity oversight groups, 83 percent of Operation Homefront expenditures go directly to programs that support tens of thousands of military families each year. Operation Homefront provides critical financial assistance, transitional and permanent housing, and family support services to prevent short-term needs from turning into chronic, long-term struggles. Thanks to the generosity of our donors and the support from thousands of volunteers, Operation Homefront proudly serves America’s military families. For more information, visit OperationHomefront.org.

About Philanthropy at Walmart
Walmart.org represents the philanthropic efforts of Walmart and the Walmart Foundation. The Walmart.org team works to tackle key social and environmental issues relevant for the retail sector in collaboration with others to spark long-lasting systemic change.

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As Bagel Culture grows, the iconic carb invites a new audience to the table

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The bagel is going west. Following years of sold-out success in New York, BagelFest presented by King Arthur Baking Company, is expanding to the West Coast with the launch of BagelFest West. Taking place Sunday, April 12, at the Audrey Irmas Pavilion, in partnership with the Jewish Food Lab of Wilshire Boulevard Temple, the inaugural West Coast edition marks a major milestone for the fast-growing event that has transformed the beloved everyday carb into a cultural and industry phenomenon. Hosted in Koreatown, the culinary epicenter of Los Angeles, BagelFest West is expected to attract 800 to 1,000 attendees and feature 30 exhibitors, uniting bagel artisans, bakers, food entrepreneurs and bagel lovers. The venue’s dramatic, multi-level architecture further sets the stage for an unforgettable gathering.

“A global bagel boom is underway, and the West Coast has fully arrived,” says Sam Silverman. “BagelFest West is to celebrate the artisans who are breaking the outdated idea that world-class bagels can only be made with New York water.”

The BagelFest West experience will unfold across an entire weekend, beginning with an Industry Mixer on Saturday, April 11, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., hosted at the landmark Wilshire Boulevard Temple. Designed as an intimate networking evening, the mixer will bring together bagel makers, bakers, shops and industry leaders to break bread, share ideas and make meaningful connections ahead of the main event.

On Sunday, BagelFest West will feature two distinct sessions designed to serve both the trade and the public. A morning industry-only session from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. will convene chefs, buyers, and bagel-adjacent brands for focused networking, education and curated tastings. The afternoon public session, running from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., will open the doors to bagel enthusiasts of all ages, offering an immersive celebration of flavor and community with culinary panels and unlimited bagel and schmear sampling throughout the event.

Throughout the day, guests will experience a dynamic and interactive program featuring a curated bagel showcase from top shops, themed discussions led by expert bakers and industry voices, live demonstrations, and friendly competitions that highlight excellence across categories, including: Best of the West, Best Bagel, Best Sandwich, Most Creative, Rising Star, and Schmear of the Year. Winning a top BagelFest award has helped propel regional brands into the national culinary spotlight, including PopUp Bagels (Best Bagel winner in 2021 and 2022, now scaling toward 300 locations nationwide) and Starship Bagel (Best Bagel winner in 2023 and 2025, Schmear of the Year in 2024), which has since become a two-time James Beard Award nominee and been featured on “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives with Guy Fieri.” Attendees will have the opportunity to participate directly by voting alongside a distinguished panel of judges that includes James Beard Award winners, Michelin-starred chefs, restaurant owners and cookbook authors.

A dedicated kids’ section will offer hands-on, creative activities throughout the afternoon, including make-your-own aprons, bagel themed coloring stations, and chef hat decorating, ensuring younger guests are actively engaged while families explore the festival together. Toby L. Neiman, Associate Executive Director and Head of Strategic Programming, Wilshire Boulevard Temple, says, “BagelFest West aligns beautifully with the Jewish Food Lab’s mission to use food as a gateway to culture and connection. By welcoming families into the experience, the festival turns culinary exploration into a multigenerational conversation.”

BagelFest West is produced by BagelUp, the experiential food company founded by Sam Silverman, New York’s Bagel Ambassador. What began in 2019 as a small gathering of 300 bagel enthusiasts in Bushwick has grown into the premier trade and consumer event for the bagel industry, helping bagel brands gain national recognition, funding, and expansion opportunities. In addition to the festival, BagelUp produces year-round bagel-centric experiences including hands-on bagel baking classes and curated bagel tours.

“King Arthur Baking is excited to follow BagelFest West as the presenting sponsor for the inaugural west coast edition, celebrating bagels, bagel makers, and fans of the iconic bread,” says Jeff Yankellow, Director of Bakery Food Service, King Arthur Baking. “Our participation aligns with our vision to bring people together, inspire, and share the joy of baking to build stronger communities. There’s no better example of this happening than at local bagel shops in communities around the country and world.”

BagelFest West invites Los Angeles to experience the ultimate celebration of bagel culture, where craftsmanship and community converge. Tickets start at $65 and are available at https://www.bagelfest.com/tickets. Use code EARLYBAGEL for 18% off, while supplies last. All-Access Tickets are available for $199, which includes on-site parking. For press inquiries, contact Pietra Communications by email at info@pietrapr.com or by phone at 212-913-9761.

About BagelFest

BagelFest celebrates bagels and the artisans behind them. Sample signature bites and schmears from the best bagel bakers in the world, meet the makers, and experience bagel culture like never before with hands-on programming, one-of-a-kind competitions, and family-friendly activities for all ages. BagelFest is produced by BagelUp.

About King Arthur Baking Company

King Arthur Baking Company has been dedicated to spreading the joy of baking since its beginning in 1790. Proudly certified as a B Corp and 100% employee-owned, King Arthur stands as the premier baking resource for both home bakers and professionals. Committed to excellence and innovation, King Arthur delivers unparalleled quality flour and technical support to bakery, foodservice, pizzeria, and culinary customers, ensuring impeccable results with every bake. Explore products, support, and resources tailored to bakery and foodservice customers at KingArthurBaking.com/pro.

About The Jewish Food Lab

The Jewish Food Lab at Wilshire Boulevard Temple is dedicated to celebrating the tastes and traditions of global Jewish food and culture. Grounded in the richness of Jewish experience and history, the Jewish Food Lab strives to create educational and experiential opportunities for all the senses. The initiative serves as a cornerstone of community outreach and cultural programming at Wilshire Boulevard Temple and throughout Los Angeles.

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SHANGHAI, Feb. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — WuXi Biologics (2269.HK), announced it has been awarded a Platinum Medal by the EcoVadis Sustainability Rating, marking the third year the company has received the rating’s highest level of recognition.

EcoVadis is among the world’s most trusted and comprehensive sustainability assessment platforms, evaluating companies’ ESG performance through 21 criteria across four key areas — Environment, Labor & Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement.

WuXi Biologics was ranked in the top 1% of more than 150,000 companies evaluated worldwide. Being awarded the Platinum Medal reflects company’s robust policies, rigorous implementation mechanisms, and proven performance outcomes across all ESG dimensions, validated by external stakeholders and third-party professionals.

How WuXi Biologics Earns the Highest EcoVadis Rating?

WuXi Biologics continues to strengthen its sustainability performance across the EcoVadis assessment areas. Examples of recent initiatives include:

SBTi–Approved Targets: The company’s near-term and net-zero GHG emissions reduction targets have been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), making WuXi Biologics one of the first in the industry to receive approval for both near-term and net-zero targets.

Green CRDMO White Paper: The White Paper — launched to accelerate sustainability in the biologics industry — details WuXi Biologics’ green innovation technologies across research, development and manufacturing, and showcases the significant carbon reduction achieved through green operations. It also compiles 242 energy-saving cases across five key energy-saving scenarios, 12 typical energy systems, and 25 technology categories.

ISO 20400 Certification: The company has achieved ISO 20400 Sustainable Procurement certification, an internationally recognized standard that integrates sustainability principles and procurement practices, while promoting transparency and responsibility across the supply chain.

Dr. Chris Chen, WuXi Biologics CEO and Chairman of the ESG Committee, commented, “We are very pleased to be recognized once again by EcoVadis with the Platinum Medal, which highlights our success in advancing our sustainability capabilities. As a global leader in Green CRDMO, we are committed to continuously delivering ESG excellence, enabling partners worldwide to fulfill ESG goals, and jointly working with all stakeholders to promote responsible practices throughout the entire value chain.”

A Long-Term Commitment to Sustainable Value Creation

Achieving the EcoVadis Platinum Medal for the third consecutive year, WuXi Biologics further reinforces global clients’ confidence in its reliability, responsibility, and forward-thinking vision, with unwavering adherence to rigorous sustainability, quality, and compliance standards for long-term collaborations in the evolving global ESG landscape.

As a participant of the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) and Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Initiative (PSCI), WuXi Biologics proactively advocates sustainability and has earned widespread recognitions for its efforts. The company was granted an MSCI AAA Rating; listed in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI); named to the CDP “A List” for both Climate Change and Water Security, and rated “A” in the CDP Supplier Engagement Assessment; given the highest negligible-risk rating by Sustainalytics, and recognized as a Sustainalytics industry and regional ESG top-rated company for five consecutive years; selected as a Constituent of the FTSE4Good Index Series; listed in the Hang Seng ESG 50 Index; and rated as Prime by ISS ESG Corporate Rating.

About WuXi Biologics

WuXi Biologics (stock code: 2269.HK) is a leading global Contract Research, Development and Manufacturing Organization (CRDMO) offering end-to-end solutions that enable partners to discover, develop and manufacture biologics – from concept to commercialization – for the benefit of patients worldwide.

With over 12,000 skilled employees in China, the United States, Ireland, Germany, Singapore and Qatar, WuXi Biologics leverages its technologies and expertise to provide customers with efficient and cost-effective biologics discovery, development and manufacturing solutions. As of December 31, 2025, WuXi Biologics is supporting 945 integrated client projects, including 74 in Phase III and 25 in commercial manufacturing.

WuXi Biologics views Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) responsibilities as an integral component of our ethos and business strategy, and we aim to become an ESG leader in the biologics CRDMO sector. Our facilities use next-generation biomanufacturing technologies and clean-energy sources. We have also established an ESG committee led by our CEO to steer the comprehensive ESG strategy and its implementation, enhancing our commitment to sustainability.

For more information about WuXi Biologics, please visit: www.wuxibiologics.com 

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SHANGHAI, Feb. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — WuXi Biologics (2269.HK), announced it has been awarded a Platinum Medal by the EcoVadis Sustainability Rating, marking the third year the company has received the rating’s highest level of recognition.

EcoVadis is among the world’s most trusted and comprehensive sustainability assessment platforms, evaluating companies’ ESG performance through 21 criteria across four key areas — Environment, Labor & Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement.

WuXi Biologics was ranked in the top 1% of more than 150,000 companies evaluated worldwide. Being awarded the Platinum Medal reflects company’s robust policies, rigorous implementation mechanisms, and proven performance outcomes across all ESG dimensions, validated by external stakeholders and third-party professionals.

How WuXi Biologics Earns the Highest EcoVadis Rating?

WuXi Biologics continues to strengthen its sustainability performance across the EcoVadis assessment areas. Examples of recent initiatives include:

SBTi–Approved Targets: The company’s near-term and net-zero GHG emissions reduction targets have been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), making WuXi Biologics one of the first in the industry to receive approval for both near-term and net-zero targets.

Green CRDMO White Paper: The White Paper — launched to accelerate sustainability in the biologics industry — details WuXi Biologics’ green innovation technologies across research, development and manufacturing, and showcases the significant carbon reduction achieved through green operations. It also compiles 242 energy-saving cases across five key energy-saving scenarios, 12 typical energy systems, and 25 technology categories.

ISO 20400 Certification: The company has achieved ISO 20400 Sustainable Procurement certification, an internationally recognized standard that integrates sustainability principles and procurement practices, while promoting transparency and responsibility across the supply chain.

Dr. Chris Chen, WuXi Biologics CEO and Chairman of the ESG Committee, commented, “We are very pleased to be recognized once again by EcoVadis with the Platinum Medal, which highlights our success in advancing our sustainability capabilities. As a global leader in Green CRDMO, we are committed to continuously delivering ESG excellence, enabling partners worldwide to fulfill ESG goals, and jointly working with all stakeholders to promote responsible practices throughout the entire value chain.”

A Long-Term Commitment to Sustainable Value Creation

Achieving the EcoVadis Platinum Medal for the third consecutive year, WuXi Biologics further reinforces global clients’ confidence in its reliability, responsibility, and forward-thinking vision, with unwavering adherence to rigorous sustainability, quality, and compliance standards for long-term collaborations in the evolving global ESG landscape.

As a participant of the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) and Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Initiative (PSCI), WuXi Biologics proactively advocates sustainability and has earned widespread recognitions for its efforts. The company was granted an MSCI AAA Rating; listed in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI); named to the CDP “A List” for both Climate Change and Water Security, and rated “A” in the CDP Supplier Engagement Assessment; given the highest negligible-risk rating by Sustainalytics, and recognized as a Sustainalytics industry and regional ESG top-rated company for five consecutive years; selected as a Constituent of the FTSE4Good Index Series; listed in the Hang Seng ESG 50 Index; and rated as Prime by ISS ESG Corporate Rating.

About WuXi Biologics

WuXi Biologics (stock code: 2269.HK) is a leading global Contract Research, Development and Manufacturing Organization (CRDMO) offering end-to-end solutions that enable partners to discover, develop and manufacture biologics – from concept to commercialization – for the benefit of patients worldwide.

With over 12,000 skilled employees in China, the United States, Ireland, Germany, Singapore and Qatar, WuXi Biologics leverages its technologies and expertise to provide customers with efficient and cost-effective biologics discovery, development and manufacturing solutions. As of December 31, 2025, WuXi Biologics is supporting 945 integrated client projects, including 74 in Phase III and 25 in commercial manufacturing.

WuXi Biologics views Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) responsibilities as an integral component of our ethos and business strategy, and we aim to become an ESG leader in the biologics CRDMO sector. Our facilities use next-generation biomanufacturing technologies and clean-energy sources. We have also established an ESG committee led by our CEO to steer the comprehensive ESG strategy and its implementation, enhancing our commitment to sustainability.

For more information about WuXi Biologics, please visit: www.wuxibiologics.com 

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SHANGHAI, Feb. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — WuXi Biologics (2269.HK), announced it has been awarded a Platinum Medal by the EcoVadis Sustainability Rating, marking the third year the company has received the rating’s highest level of recognition.

EcoVadis is among the world’s most trusted and comprehensive sustainability assessment platforms, evaluating companies’ ESG performance through 21 criteria across four key areas — Environment, Labor & Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement.

WuXi Biologics was ranked in the top 1% of more than 150,000 companies evaluated worldwide. Being awarded the Platinum Medal reflects company’s robust policies, rigorous implementation mechanisms, and proven performance outcomes across all ESG dimensions, validated by external stakeholders and third-party professionals.

How WuXi Biologics Earns the Highest EcoVadis Rating?

WuXi Biologics continues to strengthen its sustainability performance across the EcoVadis assessment areas. Examples of recent initiatives include:

SBTi–Approved Targets: The company’s near-term and net-zero GHG emissions reduction targets have been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), making WuXi Biologics one of the first in the industry to receive approval for both near-term and net-zero targets.

Green CRDMO White Paper: The White Paper — launched to accelerate sustainability in the biologics industry — details WuXi Biologics’ green innovation technologies across research, development and manufacturing, and showcases the significant carbon reduction achieved through green operations. It also compiles 242 energy-saving cases across five key energy-saving scenarios, 12 typical energy systems, and 25 technology categories.

ISO 20400 Certification: The company has achieved ISO 20400 Sustainable Procurement certification, an internationally recognized standard that integrates sustainability principles and procurement practices, while promoting transparency and responsibility across the supply chain.

Dr. Chris Chen, WuXi Biologics CEO and Chairman of the ESG Committee, commented, “We are very pleased to be recognized once again by EcoVadis with the Platinum Medal, which highlights our success in advancing our sustainability capabilities. As a global leader in Green CRDMO, we are committed to continuously delivering ESG excellence, enabling partners worldwide to fulfill ESG goals, and jointly working with all stakeholders to promote responsible practices throughout the entire value chain.”

A Long-Term Commitment to Sustainable Value Creation

Achieving the EcoVadis Platinum Medal for the third consecutive year, WuXi Biologics further reinforces global clients’ confidence in its reliability, responsibility, and forward-thinking vision, with unwavering adherence to rigorous sustainability, quality, and compliance standards for long-term collaborations in the evolving global ESG landscape.

As a participant of the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) and Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Initiative (PSCI), WuXi Biologics proactively advocates sustainability and has earned widespread recognitions for its efforts. The company was granted an MSCI AAA Rating; listed in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI); named to the CDP “A List” for both Climate Change and Water Security, and rated “A” in the CDP Supplier Engagement Assessment; given the highest negligible-risk rating by Sustainalytics, and recognized as a Sustainalytics industry and regional ESG top-rated company for five consecutive years; selected as a Constituent of the FTSE4Good Index Series; listed in the Hang Seng ESG 50 Index; and rated as Prime by ISS ESG Corporate Rating.

About WuXi Biologics

WuXi Biologics (stock code: 2269.HK) is a leading global Contract Research, Development and Manufacturing Organization (CRDMO) offering end-to-end solutions that enable partners to discover, develop and manufacture biologics – from concept to commercialization – for the benefit of patients worldwide.

With over 12,000 skilled employees in China, the United States, Ireland, Germany, Singapore and Qatar, WuXi Biologics leverages its technologies and expertise to provide customers with efficient and cost-effective biologics discovery, development and manufacturing solutions. As of December 31, 2025, WuXi Biologics is supporting 945 integrated client projects, including 74 in Phase III and 25 in commercial manufacturing.

WuXi Biologics views Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) responsibilities as an integral component of our ethos and business strategy, and we aim to become an ESG leader in the biologics CRDMO sector. Our facilities use next-generation biomanufacturing technologies and clean-energy sources. We have also established an ESG committee led by our CEO to steer the comprehensive ESG strategy and its implementation, enhancing our commitment to sustainability.

For more information about WuXi Biologics, please visit: www.wuxibiologics.com 

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SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — REAL SLX today announced the launch of REAL Meals, a new hunger-relief initiative kicking off with a 1,000,000 meal pledge* in partnership with Feeding America. The 2026 campaign will be co-captained by philanthropists Super Bowl Champion Russell Wilson, and multi-platinum, GRAMMY-winning artist Ciara, in an effort to ensure everyone across the United States has access to nutritious food. REAL Meals will officially launch on Saturday, February 7, 2026, during the REAL Power Breakfast. As part of the activation, Wilson and Ciara will serve a limited-edition REAL Meals Smoothie, with 100 meals* donated to Feeding America for each smoothie served.

Hunger remains a significant challenge across the United States. More than 48 million people — including approximately 14 million children — experience food insecurity, underscoring the ongoing need for large-scale, community-driven support. Through its nationwide network of food banks and partner agencies, Feeding America continues to deliver meals to tens of millions of people each year as demand for assistance remains elevated.

“It’s a true honor to be partnering with Feeding America once again, alongside Russell and Ciara” said Kenny Dichter, Founder and Chairman of REAL SLX. “REAL Meals is built around a simple idea – use our platform responsibly, set a clear goal, and turn participation into real support to help people bring home food to their families.”

Feeding America will oversee meal distribution through its trusted national network, ensuring that every donation directly translates into food for people facing hunger. REAL SLX will fund, produce, and execute the initiative, with a model designed to scale beyond a single event.

“When we unite with a shared mission and work together, each donation, each volunteer, each rescued meal brings us closer to our goal of an America where no one is hungry,” said Claire Babineaux-Fontenot, Feeding America chief executive officer. “REAL SLX is a great example of the type of partnership and commitment required.  We are incredibly thankful for Kenny and his team and for Russell and Ciara for joining our cause.”

REAL Meals builds on REAL SLX’s history of impact-driven initiatives and reinforces the belief that when the right partners come together, meaningful outcomes follow.

*$1 helps provide at least 10 meals secured by Feeding America® on behalf of local partner food banks.

About Feeding America
Rooted in the voices of neighbors facing hunger, Feeding America® unites communities through a nationwide network to ensure everyone has access to food and a thriving future. As part of a network of 250+ food banks, 20+ statewide food bank associations, 10+ regional co-ops and 60,000+ agency partners, food pantries and meal programs, we helped provide 5.9 billion meals to tens of millions of people in need last year.  Visit FeedingAmerica.org to learn more. 

About REAL SLX
REAL SLX is a global sports and lifestyle experience club that creates and curates bespoke real-life experiences, best-in-class hospitality, exclusive offerings, and exceptional benefits for its individual members and corporate partners. As part of the platform, REAL JET offers a next-generation private aviation experience built on the pillars of service, simplicity, and community — providing flexible, on-demand access to private aircraft with no memberships or long-term commitments. Together, REAL SLX and REAL JET connect members to the right events, the right aircraft, and the right people — creating meaningful connections and lasting memories. For more information, visit: http://realslx.com

About the Why Not You Foundation
Founded by Super Bowl Champion and entrepreneur Russell Wilson and award-winning artist and philanthropist Ciara the Why Not You Foundation is dedicated to empowering today’s youth to lead with a “Why Not You?” mindset. The Foundation works to create real, measurable change by increasing access to education, advancing children’s health initiatives, and fighting food insecurity in communities across the country.

Learn more at whynotyoufdn.org

Follow REAL SLX on social media: @realslxofficial (Instagram) @realslx (Facebook) @real_slx (Twitter) @real-slx (LinkedIn)

Media Contact: miriam@brandfire.com

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DETROIT, Feb. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Wanxiang A123 Systems Corp. successfully hosted its global launch event at Wanxiang Innovation Energy City, unveiling a breakthrough energy storage platform designed to address the industry’s most critical challenge: safety. Under the theme “Gathering Stars, Smart Storage Future,” the event marked a decisive shift in energy storage safety—from reactive fire suppression to intrinsic, system-level prevention.

At the event, Wanxiang A123 introduced the Star Series semi-solid-state battery cells and the Star River Series energy storage solutions, representing the world’s first deep integration of semi-solid-state battery technology with immersion cooling. This architecture establishes a new benchmark for thermal safety and system reliability across high-risk applications.

The Star Series cells leverage proprietary technologies to fundamentally resolve electrolyte leakage and instability. In a highly publicized 10-needle puncture test, a 100 Ah semi-solid-state cell remained fully stable, exhibiting no fire, no explosion, and no thermal propagation—a level of intrinsic safety unattainable with conventional liquid lithium-ion batteries.

At the system level, the Star River Series employs full immersion cooling, maintaining cell temperature variance within 2 °C, even under demanding operating conditions. This dual-layer protection—combining material-level stability with active thermal isolation—creates a robust safety barrier against thermal runaway and ensures reliable operation in extreme environments.

Beyond safety, the platform delivers compelling economic performance. The system achieves a cycle life exceeding 10,000 cycles at room temperature, and more than 7,000 cycles at 45 °C, representing a 40% improvement over industry averages. Its superior high-temperature resilience reduces the Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE) by approximately 15%, offering customers a highly cost-effective, long-term solution.

The Star River Series solution matrix addresses four core application scenarios. For data centers, the platform features an 800 V HVDC architecture capable of serving as a primary power source. Outdoor cabinet solutions are engineered with IP68-rated protection to withstand extreme environmental conditions. For offshore and logistics-constrained applications, modular 5-ft containers enable efficient shipping, while 20-ft container systems integrate multi-stage fire suppression and three-level BMS protection for large-scale deployments.

Further enhancing system intelligence, Wanxiang A123 introduced a Wireless BMS + AI platform incorporating pressure-sensing technology capable of identifying thermal runaway risks up to 10 minutes earlier than conventional monitoring systems. This advancement enables predictive safety management and supports the transition toward unmanned, intelligent energy storage operations.

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Led by Kwanza Jones’ SUPERCHARGED® platform, the national Roadshow activates communities across Northern California in collaboration with The Apollo during Super Bowl Week.

SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As Northern California becomes the center of a global cultural moment this week, Culture In Motion™, the national arts and empowerment Roadshow founded by artist, visionary leader, and cultural architect, Kwanza Jones, expands into the region, bringing SUPERCHARGED®, community-centered cultural platform, and The Apollo legacy into neighborhoods across the Bay Area and beyond.

Led by Kwanza Jones’ SUPERCHARGED platform, and realized in partnership with The Apollo, Culture In Motion is designed to move culture where people already are, deploying arts, empowerment, and creative infrastructure into moments of maximum visibility. The Northern California presence follows the Roadshow’s Southern California launch and marks the next chapter in its national journey.

Culture In Motion is anchored in Jones’ vision for culture as an active force; one that moves capital, access, visibility, and opportunities directly into communities. Through live creative moments, community engagement, and a mobile cultural hub, the Roadshow transforms public space into a site for expression, connection, and possibility.

“Culture doesn’t happen alone — it’s shaped and shared together. Northern California is a place where creativity, innovation, and influence converge,” said Kwanza Jones, Founder and Executive Producer of Culture In Motion and Founder of SUPERCHARGED®. “Bringing Culture In Motion here during a global moment is intentional. It’s about placing arts and empowerment directly where culture flows.”

A signature element of Culture In Motion is the SUPERCHARGED® Boost Bus™, a custom mobile cultural hub designed and operated by SUPERCHARGED to carry programming, storytelling, and creative energy directly into communities.

During Super Bowl weekend, the Boost Bus will appear across Northern California, activating public spaces and embedding arts and empowerment into the region’s cultural fabric as it welcomes a global audience.

“The Apollo has always been a place where culture evolves by meeting people where they are,” said Joy Profet, Chief Growth Officer, The Apollo. “Through our partnership with Kwanza Jones and SUPERCHARGED®, Culture In Motion allows us to steward that legacy in a new way, extending it beyond a single stage and into communities during moments that shape the cultural conversation.”

Culture In Motion is supported by the Kwanza Jones & José E. Feliciano Initiative, which advances long-term cultural platforms rooted in access, scale, and community impact.

As Culture In Motion™ continues its national journey, Northern California represents a key moment for the Roadshow, demonstrating how culture, when intentionally placed, can move alongside the world’s biggest moments while remaining grounded in community.

For more information, visit boostbus.com #CultureInMotion.

About SUPERCHARGED® by Kwanza Jones
SUPERCHARGED by Kwanza Jones is the future-forward creative studio and empowerment platform founded and led by multidisciplinary artist, investor, and philanthropist Kwanza Jones. Ignited by her signature formula–energy + intention + impact– SUPERCHARGED creates dynamic music, innovative media, and transformational experiences that boost confidence, build community, and inspire meaningful action. Every project carries the imprint of Kwanza’s high-voltage vision and contributes to the growing Kwanzaverse ecosystem. The mission is simple yet SUPERCHARGED: elevate culture, expand human potential, and uplift humanity. Visit kwanzajones.com | @kwanzajones | #CultureSUPERCHARGED

About The Apollo 
The Apollo is an American cultural treasure. It is a vibrant non-profit organization rooted in the Harlem community that engages people from around New York, the nation, and the world. Since 1934, The Apollo has celebrated, created, and presented work that centers Black artists and voices from across the African Diaspora. The Apollo has long championed community engagement, serving as both an incubator for artistic innovation and creativity and a catalyst for social and civic advocacy. Today, The Apollo is the largest performing arts institution committed to Black culture and creativity.  apollotheater.org | @apollotheater | #ApolloRoadshow

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