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Service restored to 214,000+ customers as crews converge on hardest hit areas such as Clayton and Cornelia;
Company’s generation fleet prepared to meet demand for electricity during severe cold this week

ATLANTA, Jan. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Georgia Power has safely restored power to nearly all customers impacted by Winter Storm Fern. The multiday storm brought high winds, freezing rain, snow, and icy conditions to communities across Georgia, leading to a statewide state of emergency. Following the storm, Georgia Power crews, aided by contract crews and teams from partner utilities, worked around the clock to restore power to more than 214,000 customers. As of midday Monday, the majority of remaining power outages related to Winter Storm Fern are in the hardest hit areas of North Georgia such as Clayton and Cornelia, where extensive damage from ice and falling trees caused power outages and access has been a persistent challenge due to icy conditions and impassable roads. Crews are now converging into those areas and, as conditions improve, crews will be better able to restore power quickly for remaining customers.

“We know how difficult it is to be without power, especially when temperatures are below freezing. I am so grateful to our customers for their support and patience as we have worked around the clock to safely and quickly restore power following Winter Storm Fern,” said Kim Greene, chairman, president and CEO of Georgia Power. “I’m also grateful for our employees, who are here for our customers when it matters most. However, our work isn’t done until every customer who can receive power is reconnected, and I know that commitment is shared by the thousands of team members who remain in the field working today.”

Following Winter Storm Fern, severe cold is expected to continue across the state this week with temperatures well below freezing multiple days in a row. Georgia Power is prepared to meet increased demand from customers thanks to its diverse generation fleet including nuclear, natural gas, coal, hydroelectric and renewable sources. Over the last decade, the company has worked with the Georgia Public Service Commission to enhance its generation mix, maintain an appropriate reserve margin, and invest in technology and winterization at power plants to help ensure reliability during extremely cold weather. This constant focus on improvement and investment has helped the company avoid interruptions in service seen in other markets in recent years.

“Just as important as the work of our line crews is the dedication of the teams in our power plants, who are there for customers 24 hours a day,” added Greene. “We make smart investments and prepare for weeks like this because we know reliability matters for Georgians – whether they are enjoying time with family or running a business.”

Georgia Power encourages customers to continue to remain weather aware this week, and check GeorgiaPower.com/Storm  for the company’s Outage Map and latest information on storm impacts. The company also recognizes that cold temperatures can lead to increased power use, so Georgia Power company offers a variety of tips and resources to help minimize the impact of the ongoing cold weather on power bills at GeorgiaPower.com/Save.

About Georgia Power 
Georgia Power is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America’s premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the company’s promise to 2.8 million customers in all but four of Georgia’s 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power offers rates below the national average, focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the company is recognized by J.D. Power as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeorgiaPower.com and connect with the company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), X (X.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power).

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LAGUNA NIGUEL, Calif., Jan. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Realty ONE Group International, a modern, purpose-driven lifestyle brand and one of the fastest-growing real estate franchisors in the world, today proudly announced its 2025 year-end giving results, highlighting the significant impact made by its real estate professionals around the globe, through ONE Cares, the company’s charitable foundation.

In 2025, the ONE Family Network supported 240,292 community neighbors, contributed 8,467 community service hours, and donated nearly $400,000 through ONE Cares initiatives, demonstrating the brand’s ongoing commitment to service, generosity, and community leadership.

“Giving back is not an initiative at Realty ONE Group, it’s the foundation of our 6C’s, our beliefs and our values,” said Kuba Jewgieniew, CEO and Founder of Realty ONE Group International. “Our professionals are committed to making a difference, not just in real estate, but in the communities they serve every day.”

Every year, Realty ONE Group International celebrates its founding on May 1 with a global day of giving and volunteering. That special day this year impacted nearly 60,000 lives with 3,053 volunteer hours and $144,785.

Reinforcing its commitment to sustainability, Realty ONE Group International pledged 1,069 trees in 2025, advancing its ONE Tree, ONE World initiative to nearly 142,000 trees pledged worldwide since 2022.

As the company continues to grow globally, Realty ONE Group remains focused on building a legacy defined by impact, purpose, and generosity.

Realty ONE Group International’s continued success is driven by its proprietary business systems, comprehensive coaching and support, bold lifestyle brand, and a people-first COOLTURE® that differentiates it from traditional real estate models. With more than 20,000 real estate professionals across 450+ locations in nearly 30 countries and territories, the brand continues to expand its global footprint while staying true to its mission of changing lives through real estate.

Learn more at www.OwnAOne.com or www.realtyonegroup.com

About Realty ONE Group International

Realty ONE Group International is one of the fastest growing, modern, purpose-driven lifestyle brands in real estate whose ONE Purpose is to open doors across the globe – ONE home, ONE dream, ONE life at a time. The organization has rapidly grown to more than 20,000 real estate professionals in over 450 locations across nearly 30 countries and territories because of its proven business model, full-service brokerages, dynamic COOLTURE, superior business coaching through ONE University, outstanding support and its proprietary technology, zONE. Realty ONE Group International has been named the number ONE real estate brand by Entrepreneur Magazine for three consecutive years and continues to surge ahead, opening doors, not only for its clients but for real estate professionals and franchise owners. To learn more, visit www.RealtyONEGroup.com.

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LAGUNA NIGUEL, Calif., Jan. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Realty ONE Group International, a modern, purpose-driven lifestyle brand and one of the fastest-growing real estate franchisors in the world, today proudly announced its 2025 year-end giving results, highlighting the significant impact made by its real estate professionals around the globe, through ONE Cares, the company’s charitable foundation.

In 2025, the ONE Family Network supported 240,292 community neighbors, contributed 8,467 community service hours, and donated nearly $400,000 through ONE Cares initiatives, demonstrating the brand’s ongoing commitment to service, generosity, and community leadership.

“Giving back is not an initiative at Realty ONE Group, it’s the foundation of our 6C’s, our beliefs and our values,” said Kuba Jewgieniew, CEO and Founder of Realty ONE Group International. “Our professionals are committed to making a difference, not just in real estate, but in the communities they serve every day.”

Every year, Realty ONE Group International celebrates its founding on May 1 with a global day of giving and volunteering. That special day this year impacted nearly 60,000 lives with 3,053 volunteer hours and $144,785.

Reinforcing its commitment to sustainability, Realty ONE Group International pledged 1,069 trees in 2025, advancing its ONE Tree, ONE World initiative to nearly 142,000 trees pledged worldwide since 2022.

As the company continues to grow globally, Realty ONE Group remains focused on building a legacy defined by impact, purpose, and generosity.

Realty ONE Group International’s continued success is driven by its proprietary business systems, comprehensive coaching and support, bold lifestyle brand, and a people-first COOLTURE® that differentiates it from traditional real estate models. With more than 20,000 real estate professionals across 450+ locations in nearly 30 countries and territories, the brand continues to expand its global footprint while staying true to its mission of changing lives through real estate.

Learn more at www.OwnAOne.com or www.realtyonegroup.com

About Realty ONE Group International

Realty ONE Group International is one of the fastest growing, modern, purpose-driven lifestyle brands in real estate whose ONE Purpose is to open doors across the globe – ONE home, ONE dream, ONE life at a time. The organization has rapidly grown to more than 20,000 real estate professionals in over 450 locations across nearly 30 countries and territories because of its proven business model, full-service brokerages, dynamic COOLTURE, superior business coaching through ONE University, outstanding support and its proprietary technology, zONE. Realty ONE Group International has been named the number ONE real estate brand by Entrepreneur Magazine for three consecutive years and continues to surge ahead, opening doors, not only for its clients but for real estate professionals and franchise owners. To learn more, visit www.RealtyONEGroup.com.

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MAUMEE, Ohio, Jan. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Andersons, Inc. (Nasdaq: ANDE) will release its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2025 after 4 p.m. Eastern Time on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. The company will host a webcast on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss the results and provide a company update.

To listen over the phone, please dial 888-317-6003 (U.S. toll-free) or 412-317-6061 (international toll) and use elite entry number: 9697756. To watch the webcast, go to https://app.webinar.net/qPML06xl8dK and submit the requested information as directed. A replay of the webcast will be available on the Investors page of www.andersonsinc.com.

About The Andersons, Inc. 
The Andersons, Inc., is a North American agriculture and renewable fuels company. Guided by its Statement of Principles, The Andersons is committed to providing extraordinary service to its customers, helping its employees improve, supporting its communities, and increasing the value of the company. For more information, please visit www.andersonsinc.com.

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ANAHEIM, Calif., Jan. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Centaurus Financial, Inc.’s annual Sponsor Appreciation Day, held December 8, 2025, was a success in multiple ways: The golf tournament showed the independent broker/dealer’s vendors how valuable they are, and it raised $50,000 for Shamrock Rescue Foundation, an Orange County, California-based nonprofit group that rescues unwanted animals and finds them new homes.

The day dawned sunny and bright, if a bit cool by Southern California standards. More than 95 golfers hit the greens at Strawberry Farms Golf Club in Irvine. As they finished their day on the links, non-golfers took to the putting green in a contest that saw a playoff among several duffers. A traditional barbecue dinner and silent auction finished off the day, Centaurus’s 22^nd annual Sponsor Appreciation event.

Centaurus matched the $25,000 raised for Shamrock that day, bringing the total donated to $50,000. The rescue uses the money to provide shelter, medical care and behavioral rehabilitation to animals, mostly dogs, that otherwise likely wouldn’t make it out of shelters alive.

“We are so pleased to help innocent animals. We are also proud that one hundred cents of every dollar raised goes to the animals’ care,” said Centaurus CEO Ron King at the event. “No one takes a salary at Shamrock. All the work is done by volunteers.”

About Shamrock Rescue Foundation

Shamrock Rescue Foundation is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization that saves dogs and other animals who are in danger of being put to death in public shelters. These animals often have little to no hope of a better life, or of a life at all. Without Shamrock Rescue’s intervention, many animals who are now living happy lives with loving families would not have had a chance. After the animals are rescued, they are examined by a veterinarian, microchipped, and spayed or neutered. If additional health care is needed, Shamrock provides it. The dogs are placed in foster homes or boarded until permanent homes can be found for them. For more information about Shamrock Rescue Foundation, please visit www.shamrockrescue.org.

About Centaurus Financial, Inc.

Headquartered in Anaheim, California, Centaurus Financial, Inc. is a national independent broker/dealer licensed to offer securities, investment advisory services and insurance products. Centaurus is a registered investment adviser with the Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) and is a member of both FINRA (the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority) and SIPC (the Securities Investor Protection Corporation). For more information about Centaurus, please visit www.centaurusfinancial.com. For registered representatives, financial advisors or insurance agents interested in joining Centaurus Financial, please visit Centaurus Financial’s website for financial professionals at www.joincfi.com or contact John Trentor at (800) 880-4234.

Media contact: Maryanne Dell, mdell@cfiemail.com, 714-456-1790

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CHICAGO, Jan. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Illinois Democratic leaders will host a milestone birthday celebration honoring Speaker of the Illinois House and 7th District State Central Committeeperson candidate Emanuel “Chris” Welch on Friday, February 6. The Harlem Renaissance–themed evening will celebrate Speaker Welch’s 55th birthday while energizing his campaign for State Central Committeeman and honoring Black American progress, leadership, and cultural legacy.

Inspired by the elegance and power of the early 20th-century Harlem Renaissance, the event will uplift themes of unity, resilience, and collective progress—values that continue to shape Speaker Welch’s leadership and public service.

“The Harlem Renaissance showed us the strength of diversity and the power of unity,” said Welch. “As the first Black Speaker of the Illinois House, I have seen how far our state and our country have come in the fight for equality—but I also know how much work remains. I am committed to continuing that fight and building a more just and inclusive future for every community.”

The celebration will be hosted by Governor JB Pritzker, Attorney General Kwame Raoul, Senate President Don Harmon, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, and Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, with a special appearance by Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton.

The event will take place Friday, February 6, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Chicago Athletic Association’s White City Ballroom. Guests are encouraged to dress in black and/or gold and embrace classic Harlem Renaissance style, including 1920s-era elegance and glamour—fedoras, feathers, pearls, tuxedos, and vintage flair.

Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available at:
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Note: This event is closed to the press.

Broad Coalition of Support

Speaker Welch has received endorsements from more than 55 Democratic leaders across the 7th District and beyond, reflecting broad confidence in his leadership and vision. Endorsers include:

Congressman Danny K. Davis
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle
Former Secretary of State Jesse White
Democratic Party of Illinois Chair Lisa Hernandez
Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon
Bellwood Mayor Andre Harvey
Broadview Mayor Katrina Thompson
Hillside Mayor Joe Tamburino
Maywood Mayor Nathaniel Booker
River Forest Village President & Committeeperson Cathy Adduci
Westchester Village President Greg Hribal
State Representative Kam Buckner
State Representative Lisa Davis
State Representative Michael Crawford
State Representative Margaret Croke
State Representative Kelly Cassidy
State Representative Kimberly DuBuclet
State Representative Eva-Dina Delgado
State Representative Marcus Evans
State Representative La Shawn Ford
State Representative Edgar Gonzalez
State Representative Norma Hernandez
State Representative Lilian Jiménez
State Representative Theresa Mah
State Representative Debbie Meyers-Martin
State Representative Yolonda Morris
State Representative & Committeeperson Aarón Ortíz
State Representative Jawaharial “Omar” Williams
State Representative Sonya Harper
State Representative Justin Slaughter
1st Ward Committeeperson Laura Yepez
2nd Ward Committeeperson Tim Egan
3rd Ward Alderman & Committeeperson Pat Dowell
4th Ward Alderman Lamont Robinson
11th Ward Alderman Nicole Lee
14th Ward Alderman Jeylú Gutiérrez
15th Ward Alderman & Committeeperson Ray Lopez
16th Ward Alderman & Committeeperson Stephanie Coleman
18th Ward Alderman Derrick Curtis
24th Ward Alderman & Committeeperson Monique Scott
25th Ward Alderman & Committeeperson Byron Sigcho-Lopez
26th Ward Alderperson Jessie Fuentes
27th Ward Alderman Walter Burnett
36th Ward Alderman & Committeeperson Gilbert Villegas
37th Ward Alderwoman & State Central Committeewoman Emma Mitts
42nd Ward Alderman & Committeeperson Brendan Reilly
43rd Ward Alderman Timmy Knudsen
43rd Ward Committeeperson Lucy Moog
MWRD President Kari Steele
MWRD Commissioner Precious Brady-Davis
Cicero Township President & Committeeperson Larry Dominick
Cook County Commissioner & 11th Ward Committeeperson John Daley
DNC Member Dan Hynes
Former State Central Committeewoman Darlena Williams-Burnett
Chicago LGBTQ Hall of Famer & Former Personal PAC President Terry Cosgrove

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SANTA CLARA, Calif., Jan. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Picarro, Inc., a global leader in real-time emissions monitoring and advanced gas analysis solutions, today announced the appointment of Haavard Oestensen as Chief Commercial and Product Officer. In this role, Oestensen will lead Picarro’s commercial and product strategy in Oil & Gas as the industry undergoes a critical shift — moving from historically passive, episodic emissions and volatile organic compound (VOC) management toward continuous, proactive, technology-led emissions control.

This appointment coincides with the launch of the Picarro Fenceline Solution, marking a major step in Picarro’s expansion into the Oil & Gas sector as a stated strategic priority. The solution establishes a new benchmark for real-time perimeter monitoring and emissions intelligence.

“For too long, emissions management across industrial sectors has been reactive, focused on periodic testing, delayed reporting, and post-event remediation,” said Alexandre Balkanski, President and CEO of Picarro. “With our Fenceline Solution and our expansion into Oil & Gas, Picarro is helping the industry transition to a proactive model, one driven by continuous measurement, real-time insight, and decisive action. Haavard Oestensen brings to Picarro the commercial and product leadership required to scale this vision globally.”

The Picarro Fenceline Solution is built on Picarro’s patented Cavity Ring-Down Spectroscopy (CRDS) technology, delivering unmatched precision-grade measurements with parts-per-trillion sensitivity. This level of accuracy enables operators to detect emissions events early, confidently distinguish signal from noise, and respond with speed and certainty — transforming compliance programs into operational advantage.

“Customers are no longer asking how to measure emissions, they’re asking how to prevent exceedances altogether,” said Haavard Oestensen, Chief Commercial and Product Officer at Picarro. “Picarro is uniquely positioned to answer that question. We are more than instrumentation. Our solutions combine precision hardware, integrated software, and advanced analytics to deliver real-time insight — from detection through root-cause analysis, mitigation, and proactive prevention. That is how emissions management leadership is built.”

Picarro’s approach reflects a hardware-enabled software excellence model, where best-in-class measurement is fully integrated with powerful analytics, reporting, and operational workflows. This capability allows customers, particularly in Oil & Gas, to move beyond compliance toward a clear, defensible roadmap for emissions management leadership, reducing risk, maintaining compliance, improving performance, and strengthening trust with regulators and stakeholders.

About Picarro

Picarro is a leading provider of high-precision measurement and monitoring solutions for more than 700 compounds. Combined with advanced analytics and expert services, our offerings deliver trusted, defensible data that helps organizations optimize operations, reduce emissions, simplify regulatory compliance, mitigate risk, and advance scientific research. For more information, visit www.picarro.com.

Media Contact:
Monica Marmie
Senior Marketing Manager
Picarro, Inc.
mmarmie@picarro.com

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Social impact projects in 21 schools across 11 countries focus on health, education equity, sustainability and inclusion.

LONDON, Jan. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Leading international schools organisation Nord Anglia Education has awarded US$249,000 to 24 new student-led initiatives tackling real-world challenges and driving lasting, positive change within their local communities and schools as part of its Social Impact Grants programme.

This marks the sixth round of funding since the launch of Nord Anglia’s Social Impact Grants in 2021, which has awarded US$1 million to student-led projects around the world.

Combining Research, Reflection, and Metacognition to Drive Impact
More projects than ever were developed using scientific inquiry, data analysis, or research-based problem-solving, as students seek to understand root causes before creating their social impact projects.

Nord Anglia’s focus on metacognition, which helps students understand how they learn best, also strengthened this year’s projects. In practice, this means students pause to reflect on what motivates them, how they solve problems, and which skills they need to develop. They do this through the framework of six key skills: curiosity, compassion, commitment, collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking, which help students design more meaningful social impact projects and better evaluate the impact they are making in their communities.

Dr Leslie Williams, Nord Anglia’s Group Head of Social Impact and EDIB, said: “We’re enabling students to ground their ideas in academic research and use what they learn in class to design practical, evidence-based solutions. By helping students reflect on their strengths, their thinking, and the impact they want to make — in other words, teaching them to understand how they learn and why their choices matter — we’re equipping them to tackle complex global challenges, from technology-driven transformation to climate action and children’s rights.”

Highlights From This Year’s Social Impact Grant Recipients

• Nord Anglia Schools in Vietnam – “Lovientus”
  Lovientus is a collaborative project between students from three Nord Anglia schools in Vietnam. Together, they are developing a health education model to support mobility, nutrition, and well-being for disadvantaged communities across Vietnam.
  • At the British Vietnamese International School Ho Chi Minh City, students are creating nutrition programmes designed to improve long–term health.
  • Students from the British Vietnamese International School Hanoi are researching and developing low–cost, durable prosthetic limbs, focusing on suitability to rural northern communities.
  • Students at the British International School Ho Chi Minh City are focusing on prototyping and refining prosthetic designs to improve comfort, usability, and affordability.

Over the next year, students will run workshops on accessibility and inclusion, balanced diets, and affordable cooking for young people. Their aim is to help reduce healthcare barriers, support culturally familiar nutrition, and improve access to prosthetics, while also creating opportunities for communities to connect and share experiences.

• Country Day School in Costa Rica – “The Coral Restoration Initiative”
  Students at Country Day School in Costa Rica are responding to coral bleaching through a student-led research and conservation initiative. Their work includes controlled experiments, cultivating and replanting resilient coral species, and raising awareness to protect marine ecosystems. By combining scientific inquiry with hands-on restoration, students are helping preserve biodiversity and strengthen ocean resilience.
• Colegio Menor Quito in Ecuador – “Sanagua”
  Students are addressing water inequality in Esmeraldas by installing sand biofilters that provide long-term access to clean water. Through fieldwork and community workshops, they help families understand how clean water supports health, hygiene, and overall well-being. The project blends practical engineering with education to ensure lasting impact.
• NACIS Shanghai in China – “Black Soldier Fly Committee”
  At NACIS Shanghai, students are transforming kitchen waste into nutrient–rich compost and sustainable protein. Using “black soldier fly” technology, aquaponics, and insect–based feed, the project aims to reduce landfill waste, support local agriculture, and promote eco–friendly farming practices. Alongside this scientific work, students are encouraging responsible consumption and climate–conscious habits. This project was also a finalist in the Know+ Climate Change Challenge led by Oxford University’s Saïd Business School.
• Oakridge International School Bengaluru in India – “Project Hearthstone”
  Students at Oakridge Bengaluru are championing disability inclusion through Project Hearthstone, an assistive–technology programme designed to support individuals who are hard of hearing or non–verbal. Using small, affordable Raspberry Pi computers, they are developing a system that converts American Sign Language hand movements and facial expressions into spoken audio.

Lord Jim Knight, Chair of Nord Anglia’s Social Impact Grants Committee and a member of its Education Advisory Board, said: “These initiatives show what students can achieve when they lead with purpose and creativity. From designing sustainable food systems to conducting scientific studies that support coral restoration, we’re proud of how students are amplifying their projects through research-informed classroom learning. The Social Impact Grants give young people the tools to innovate confidently and create sustainable, measurable change.”

Across these projects, Nord Anglia students are contributing to the UN Sustainable Development Goals through practical, community-focused action. Their work spans improving access to healthcare and well-being (SDG 3), reducing inequalities (SDG 10), supporting sustainable and resilient communities (SDG 11), advancing climate awareness and environmental action (SDG 13), and more. Taken together, this year’s grants demonstrate how to drive progress toward global goals through local impact.

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About Nord Anglia Education:
As a leading international schools organisation, we’re shaping a generation of creative and resilient global citizens who graduate from our schools with everything they need for success, whatever they choose to be or do in life.

Our strong academic foundations combine world-class teaching and curricula with cutting-edge technology and facilities, creating learning experiences like no other. Inside and outside of the classroom, we inspire our students to achieve more than they ever thought possible.

No two children learn the same way, which is why our schools around the world personalise learning to what works best for every student. Inspired by our high-quality teachers, our students achieve outstanding academic results and go on to study at the world’s top universities.

Our Nord Anglia global family includes 89 day and boarding schools in 37 countries, teaching over 100,000 students from ages 3 to 18.

To learn more or apply for a place for your child at one of our schools, go to www.nordangliaeducation.com.

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The Electrify America network is now easily accessible for GM EV customers via the myChevrolet, myGMC, and myCadillac apps — further centralizing the charging experience. Drivers looking to charge at one of the 5,000+ DC-Fast chargers across the country can check charger availability, plan their routes, and pay for charging sessions utilizing their myBrand app

DETROIT, Jan. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — GM is streamlining public charging because convenient access is at the heart of a great EV ownership experience. Now, you can find, charge, and pay at more than 5,000 Electrify America fast-charging stations, including Hyper-Fast 350-kW chargers, right from the myChevrolet, myGMC, or myCadillac app already on your phone.

With Electrify America built in, customers get a unified charging experience that eliminates the hassle of multiple apps and puts everything they need in one place. Owners can navigate to the Public Charging page in their myBrand app and look for supported networks, enabling fast and convenient charging while traveling throughout the U.S.

“We’re collaborating across the industry to deliver not just more chargers, but better public charging experiences,” said Wade Sheffer, vice president, GM Energy. “Our work with Electrify America helps make public charging easier to access for GM EV drivers.”

The integration supports GM’s broader goal of connecting drivers to an expanding ecosystem of public charging infrastructure. Across the U.S. and Canada, GM drivers can access more than 250,000 public charging stations.

“As EV travel continues to grow, so does the need for convenient charging experiences,” said Robert Barrosa, CEO and president of Electrify America. “Through this integration, GM EV drivers have more Hyper-Fast chargers to choose from and a seamless experience they can count on nationwide, helping them get to the places that matter.”

 Through the myBrand apps, GM EV drivers can:

• Find charging stations nearby with real-time availability
• Plan routes and identify charging stops along the way
• Monitor charging session status
• Pay for charging sessions directly in the app

As GM continues to scale its EV portfolio and charging ecosystem, GM Energy remains focused on collaboration and innovation to support the evolving needs of EV drivers.

General Motors (NYSE:GM) is driving the future of transportation, leveraging advanced technology to build safer, smarter, and lower emission cars, trucks, and SUVs. GM’s Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC brands offer a broad portfolio of innovative gasoline-powered vehicles and the industry’s widest range of EVs, as we move to an all-electric future. Learn more at GM.com.

About Electrify America

Electrify America LLC, the largest open Hyper-Fast charging network in the U.S., is investing more than $2 billion in Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) infrastructure and access. The investment enables millions of Americans to charge with confidence and discover the benefits of electric driving on our coast–to–coast network of highway and community chargers.

Electrify America’s Hyper-Fast network currently operates in 47 states and the District of Columbia, supporting increasing ZEV adoption with a network that is convenient, technologically advanced, and built for customers.

Electrify Commercial® provides expert solutions for businesses looking to develop electric vehicle charging programs.

For more information, visit www.electrifyamerica.com and media.electrifyamerica.com.

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Multi-year partnership combats single-use plastic pollution and unites communities in the fight for a cleaner planet

BEND, Ore., Jan. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Hydro Flask, the award-winning leader in high-performance, insulated stainless steel flasks and soft good innovations and a Helen of Troy Limited (NASDAQ: HELE) company, is forging a new multi-year partnership with Ocean Conservancy, serving as the Team Ocean Platinum Champion for the conservation organization’s Protect Where We Play initiative. Together, the brands will co-create programming that unites the sports and entertainment industry in mobilizing fans to take action to protect the ocean as our greatest natural resource.

Addressing the Global Ocean Plastic Crisis
Ocean Conservancy estimates that close to 200 million metrics tons of plastic are circulating in our ocean, with an estimated additional 11 million metrics tons added each year—equivalent to more than a garbage truck of plastic entering the ocean each minute.¹

“The ocean is our planet’s life-support system. Every other breath taken by an athlete on the field, a singer on the stage, or a fan in the stands comes from the ocean,” said Jenna DiPaolo Colley, chief brand and communications officer at Ocean Conservancy. “Protect Where We Play is on a mission to leverage athletes, artists, teams, events and venues to mobilize millions of fans worldwide in protecting this vital resource, and that includes curbing single-use plastics.”

Helen of Troy Home & Outdoor Division President Larry Witt adds, “At Hydro Flask, we hold a foundational value to protect the waters and lands where we recreate. Our new relationship with Ocean Conservancy’s Protect Where We Play initiative builds upon our history of community-focused giving and single-use plastic reduction programs, allowing us to have greater global impact in encouraging public action to replace plastic products and preserve our planet for future generations.”

Hydro Flask & Protect Where We Play Partnership
Through the multi-year Protect Where We Play partnership, Hydro Flask and Ocean Conservancy will co-create activations focused on reducing or removing single-use plastics at stadiums and venues to help safeguard marine ecosystems:

• Protect Where We Play Community Events: From stages to stadiums, these interactive programs will engage athletes, artists and fans to collectively take action in reducing and eliminating plastic waste.
• Education and Awareness Campaigns: Expansive digital and on-the-ground outreach efforts will share practical ways fans can reduce single-use plastics, inspiring lasting change.
• National Beach and River Cleanups: Organized in collaboration with Ocean Conservancy’s International Coastal Cleanup® program, these volunteer-driven events will remove trash and debris from coastlines and waterways, collecting valuable data to inform future solutions.
• Impact Measurement: Hydro Flask will tap into Ocean Conservancy’s Clean Swell App and related tools to measure impacts around plastic reduction at activations.

In this first year of partnership, Hydro Flask will activate around two premier sports events to engage fans at scale. Protect Where We Play will support EcoAthletes Collegiate Cup, engaging college athletes and campuses nationwide. Hydro Flask is proud to present Protect Where We Play’s spotlights of EcoAthlete Champions monthly for the year. Momentum will continue in June and July around the FIFA World Cup, as the two brands meet in Miami to host on-site fan activations underscoring the connection between global sport, plastic reduction and ocean health.

Learn more about the Protect Where We Play movement at protectwhereweplay.com, and for additional information about Hydro Flask’s comprehensive corporate responsibility initiatives visit hydroflask.com/brand-values.

About Hydro Flask
Hydro Flask, a division of Helen of Troy Limited, was founded in 2009 with the goal of delivering high-performance insulated products to help people enjoy the things they like to do in the places they like to be. The company is the leader in award-winning double-wall insulated bottles, tumblers, mugs and leakproof caps and lids. Its lightweight, insulated soft coolers combine affordable durability with best-in-class insulation technology. Guided by its rally cry, Refill for Good, Hydro Flask is dedicated to eliminating single-use plastics. To learn more about Hydro Flask, Refill For Good, and to see the company’s full lineup of award-winning products, visit www.hydroflask.com.

About Helen of Troy
Helen of Troy (NASDAQ: HELE) is a leading global consumer products company offering creative solutions for its customers through a diversified portfolio of well-recognized and widely trusted brands, including OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Vicks, Braun, Honeywell, PUR, Hot Tools and Drybar. The company sometimes refers to these brands as their Leadership Brands. All trademarks herein belong to Helen of Troy (or its subsidiaries) and/or are used under license from their respective licensors. For more information about Helen of Troy, please visit www.helenoftroy.com.

About Ocean Conservancy
For more than 50 years, Ocean Conservancy has delivered effective, evidence-based solutions for the ocean and all who depend on it. Today, we continue to unite science, people and policy to protect our ocean from the greatest challenges it faces: climate change, plastic pollution and biodiversity loss. We are a 501(C)3 headquartered in Washington, D.C. that inspires a worldwide network of partners, advocates and supporters through our comprehensive and clear-eyed approach to ocean conservation. Together, we are securing a healthy ocean and a thriving planet, forever and for everyone. For more information, visit oceanconservancy.org, or follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Bluesky or Instagram. 

About Protect Where We Play
Protect Where We Play (PWWP) is an Ocean Conservancy initiative uniting sports and entertainment industries to protect the ocean by leveraging athletes, artists, teams, events and venues to mobilize millions of fans worldwide. Together, we combat climate change and preserve the future of sports, entertainment and all the places we play and find joy. www.protectwhereweplay.com #protectwhereweplay

¹ Plastics Policy 101: An Introduction to Science-Based Solutions to the Plastic Pollution Crisis (February 2026).

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