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TORONTO, April 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — With one in seven people worldwide living with the often-debilitating symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), the global community is mobilizing for the annual World IBS Day on April 19, 2026. Under this year’s theme, “Champions Raise Awareness,” the campaign is putting a spotlight on the “Faces of IBS” to dismantle the stigma surrounding this chronic gastrointestinal disorder. More information at worldibsday.org

Lead Partner Ardelyx joins the 2026 initiative to amplify the voices of millions who navigate abdominal pain, bloating, constipation, and diarrhea daily. Despite its prevalence, IBS remains one of the most misunderstood medical conditions, frequently leading to social isolation and a diminished quality of life.

IBS is not just a “stomach ache”—it is a complex disorder that accounts for up to 40% of all visits to gastroenterologists. Yet, research funding and public understanding continue to lag significantly behind other chronic illnesses. IBS affects roughly 15% of the world’s population. Patients often suffer for years before receiving an accurate diagnosis or learning about available evidence-based treatment options. World IBS Day is now recognized in 17 countries and serves as a critical bridge between patients, caregivers, and the medical community.

Founded by Jeffrey Roberts MSEd, BSc, who has lived with IBS for over three decades, the initiative was born from a need to ensure no patient feels invisible. “World IBS Day was created to reduce stigma and show patients they are not alone,” says Roberts.

Laura Williams, M.D. M.P.H, chief patient officer of Ardelyx, commented, “Our commitment to patients means more than a single day or month of awareness – it means full-time advocacy. We are proud to support World IBS Day again this year, championing the patient’s voice to ensure that the physical, mental, emotional, and social impacts of IBS are recognized, understood, and collectively addressed in a sustainable manner.”

About World IBS Day

World IBS Day, observed annually on April 19th, aims to raise awareness about the symptoms, trials, and treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome. By partnering with patients, healthcare professionals, and industry leaders, the initiative seeks to improve patient outcomes and foster a global community of support. #WorldIBSDay2026

About Ardelyx

Ardelyx is a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of innovative medicines that meet significant unmet medical needs. Ardelyx has two commercial products approved in the United States, IBSRELA® (tenapanor) and XPHOZAH® (tenapanor). The company’s pipeline includes the Phase 3 development of IBSRELA for chronic idiopathic constipation (CIC) and RDX10531, a next-generation NHE3 inhibitor with potential application across multiple therapeutic areas. Ardelyx works with partners to develop and commercialize our products outside of the United States. For more information, please visit https://ardelyx.com/.

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Earth Day events April 22–24 highlight banned ingredients, regenerative farming partnerships, in-store giveaways and specials for {N}power® members

LAKEWOOD, Colo., April 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Natural Grocers®, the nation’s largest family-operated natural and organic grocery retailer, is celebrating Earth Day with a three-day, in-store event that brings together savings, education and environmental impact. As part of its broader Earth Month efforts, the company is spotlighting products that meet its standards for healthier soil, cleaner homes and more transparent food systems, culminating in special Earth Day deals, giveaways‑ and sweepstakes April 22–24, at all Natural Grocers locations.

“Earth Day reflects values we live by year-round,” said Raquel Isely, vice president of marketing at Natural Grocers. “From banning hundreds of problematic ingredients our customers don’t want, to supporting soil health, biodiversity and humane treatment of animals, our standards are designed to protect people and the planet. Earth Day is a meaningful moment to invite our communities to celebrate those standards—by saving on products they trust and supporting positive change through their everyday choices.”

EARTH DAY GIVEAWAYS, SPECIALS, SWEEPSTAKES & MORE
Customers are invited to enjoy Natural Grocers’ Earth Day Celebration April 22–24, with three days of Earth Day fun.

GIVEAWAYS

• April 22–24:{N}power^® members will receive a free, limited-edition Earth Day reusable bag and Earth Day sticker with purchase.^[i] This year’s bag design pays homage to the company’s longstanding “Things We Won’t Carry and Why” list.
• April 22–24:{N}power members can buy three, get one free on select products.^[ii]
• April 22:{N}power members who spend $22 or more will receive a free dozen Contented Hen^® Free-Range Eggs.^[iii] (Limit one dozen; customers must clip coupon on the mobile app, email or online dashboard starting April 21.
• April 23: The first 75 customers at each store will receive a free trial-size Natural Grocers^® Brand Organic Laundry Detergent.^[iv]

DEALS

• April 22–24: {N}power members will enjoy Even More Affordable^SM Earth Day Specials of up to 49% off Earth Day inspired goods such as Patagonia Provisions^TM Organic Crackers, Mamma Chia^® Organic Chia Squeeze Pouches, Caboo^® Tree-Free TP, Alter Eco^® Chocolate Bars, Minor Figures Organic Barista Oat Milks and much more.^[v]
• April 24: {N}power members can take advantage of $5 Friday, featuring customer favorites such as Applegate Farms^® select breakfast patties and sausage links ($5 each/7 oz) and Santa Cruz^® Organic Lemonades (2 for $5/16 oz).^[vi]

SWEEPSTAKES

• April 22–24: Customers can enter for a chance to win Natural Grocers gift cards by filling out an entry form in-person at their local store.^[vii] (One $500 company-wide grand prize, $100 gift card prize at each store.)
• Through April 25: Count the ladybugs! Customers are invited to count the ladybugs hidden throughout the pages of the April 2026 Natural Grocers good4u^SM Health Hotline^® magazine for a chance to win a $500 Natural Grocers gift card. Entries can be submitted at any Natural Grocers store by April 25, 2026.^[viii]

RODALE INSTITUTE & LADYBUG LOVE
Natural Grocers is once again teaming up with Rodale Institute for its annual Ladybug Love^SM campaign. Rooted in the company’s longstanding commitment to organic integrity, regenerative agriculture and environmental stewardship, the campaign encourages communities to protect beneficial insects, while supporting regenerative organic agriculture.

This year’s Earth Month fundraising efforts will benefit Rodale Institute’s Farmer Training Programs—highly immersive, full-time programs that prepare farmers for careers in regenerative organic crop and vegetable production by advancing organic practices and soil health. Natural Grocers aims to raise $100,000 in April for Rodale Institute’s Farmer Training Programs through the following in-store fundraising opportunities:

• Natural Grocers will donate $1 (up to $25,000) to Rodale Institute for every Ladybug Love pledge signed from April 1–30.^[ix]
• Customers can donate $1, $5, or $10 at the register to support Rodale Institute’s Farmer Training Programs from April 1–30.
• For every Ladybug Zip Pouch sold from April 1–30, Natural Grocers will donate $2 to Rodale Institute.

SUSTAINABILITY RESOURCES
Throughout April, the company will be offering environmentally conscious insights and resources related to food, homes, gardens and yards.

• Five Ways Your Food Choices Impact Health—Yours and the Planet’s
• Earth Watch: Eat Like a Regenivore
• Bees and Other Beloved Pollinators
• Honey Almond Coffee Cake Recipe

Customers can access more Earth Day-related resources, recipes and learn more about Natural Grocers’ 2026 Earth Day Celebration in the April edition of the good4u Health Hotline (Vol. 105), available in stores or online.

• To keep up with the latest that Natural Grocers has to offer, follow them on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok or YouTube.
• For media assets, access the Earth Day Celebration media kit.
• For media inquiries, please email kmacarelli@naturalgrocers.com.

ABOUT NATURAL GROCERS BY VITAMIN COTTAGE
Founded in 1955, Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. (NYSE: NGVC) is an expanding specialty retailer of natural and organic groceries, body care products and dietary supplements. The grocery products sold by Natural Grocers must meet strict quality guidelines and may not contain artificial flavors, preservatives or sweeteners (as defined by its standards), synthetic colors or partially hydrogenated or hydrogenated oils. The Company sells only USDA-certified organic produce and exclusively pasture-raised, non-confinement dairy products and free-range eggs. Natural Grocers’ flexible smaller-store format allows it to offer affordable prices in a shopper-friendly, clean and convenient retail environment. The Company also provides extensive free science-based Nutrition Education programs to help customers and Crew make informed health and nutrition choices. Natural Grocers is committed to its Five Founding Principles—including its “Commitment to Community” and “Commitment to Crew.” In fiscal year 2025, the Company invested more than $16 million in incremental compensation and discretionary payments for Crew. Headquartered in Lakewood, CO, Natural Grocers has 169 stores in 21 states. Visit naturalgrocers.com for more information and store locations.

^[i] Limit one per {N}power customer. Valid 4/22/2026–4/24/2026 only while supplies last. No rainchecks. Void where prohibited by law.

^[ii] Valid 4/22/2026–4/24/2026. Valid for {N}power members only. Must purchase three products to get one free for each offer. Discount will be applied to equal or lesser value of the lowest priced item in the qualifying purchase. Valid for in-store customer purchases only; be sure to present your phone number at checkout to redeem your discount.

^[iii] $22 minimum purchase required. Limit one per {N}power customer. Valid in-store only on 4/22/2026. Click to load the free dozen Contented Hen free-range eggs offer to account from Natural Grocers mobile app, {N}power email or online dashboard starting on 4/21/2026. Quantity limited to stock on hand; no rainchecks. Pricing excludes taxes and is subject to change without notice. Natural Grocers reserves the right to correct errors. Void where prohibited by law.

^[iv] Valid 4/23/2026 only. Limit one per customer. While supplies last, no rainchecks.

^[v] Offers valid only for registered {N}power members from 4/22/2026–4/24/26 for in-store customer purchases at participating stores and cannot be combined with other offers. Quantity limited to stock on hand; no rain checks. Pricing excludes taxes and is subject to change without notice. Natural Grocers reserves the right to correct errors. Void where prohibited by law.

^[vi] Valid only for {N}power members on 4/24/2026. Pricing excludes taxes and is subject to change without notice. Natural Grocers reserves the right to correct errors. Terms and conditions apply. See stores for details.

^[vii] NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. A PURCHASE WILL NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. Open only to legal respondents of the following states who are 18 years or older at the time of entry: AZ, AR, CO, ID, IA, KA, LA, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NM, ND, OK, OR, SD, TX, UT, WA, and WY. Void where prohibited by law. Sweepstakes starts on 4/22/2026 and ends on 4/24/2026. Natural Grocers employees, including members of their households, are not eligible for this offer. For official rules and complete details, visit www.naturalgrocers.com/sweepstakes. Sponsor: Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc.

^[viii] NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. A PURCHASE WILL NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. Maximum of one entry per person per prize category. Open only to legal respondents of the following states who are 18 years or older at the time of entry: AZ, AR, CO, ID, IA, KA, LA, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NM, ND, OK, OR, SD, TX, UT, WA, and WY. Void where prohibited by law. Sweepstakes starts on 3/27/2026 and ends on 4/25/2026. Natural Grocers employees, including members of their households, are not eligible for this offer. For official rules and complete details, visit www.naturalgrocers.com/sweepstakes. Sponsor: Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc.

^[ix] Pledge must be made between 4/1/2026 and 4/30/2026 at naturalgrocers.com/ladybuglove to qualify for matching donation. Following the pledge period, Natural Grocers will make a single matching donation of up to $25,000 in support of the Rodale Institute fundraiser.

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The Bruch Family Foundation Poland Trip enables young people to visit Auschwitz and Birkenau, preserving history through firsthand learning and Holocaust remembrance.

MIAMI, April 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Zach Bruch (32) and Max Bruch (28), brothers and cofounders of MyPrize, have made a meaningful philanthropic donation for Jewish education and Holocaust remembrance through a $360,000 endowment established with Olami Manhattan.

The Bruch Family Foundation Poland Trip will fund an annual educational experience for young Jewish adults to travel to Poland, visit the Auschwitz and Birkenau concentration camps, and deepen their understanding of Jewish history and the Holocaust.

Olami is a global network dedicated to inspiring and empowering young Jewish adults through education, mentorship, and immersive experiences. With 320 locations across 27 countries, Olami is at the forefront of connecting young Jewish adults to their heritage and community through impactful programming, including leadership initiatives, travel experiences, and educational resources.

Olami Manhattan, Olami’s flagship location, serves a community of 2,000 young adults and acts as a key hub for Olami’s efforts, creating meaningful opportunities for young professionals in New York to explore Jewish identity and values in a modern context. Olami Manhattan’s annual Poland trip is the centerpiece of their educational activities, driving their year-round Holocaust education programs.

“The Poland trip infuses students with a deep sense of belonging, pride, identity and responsibility,” said Rabbi Shmuel Lynn, Founder & Executive Director of Olami Manhattan. “Zach Bruch and Max Bruch are pioneers of the next generation, taking the reins with overt leadership and financial support.”

“We believe it’s critical for the next generation to have the opportunity to witness and understand this history firsthand,” said Zach Bruch. “By supporting this annual trip, we will help ensure that the stories, lessons, and legacy of the Jewish people continue to be remembered and shared.”

“This endowment is about creating a lasting impact,” said Max Bruch. “Providing young people with access to experiences like this helps foster a multi-generational connection to history, identity, and community – something we’re proud to support alongside Olami Manhattan.”

Through this donation, Zach Bruch and Max Bruch aim to create a sustainable, long-term pathway for Jewish education and Holocaust remembrance, ensuring that future generations can engage with history in a powerful and personal way.

About Olami Manhattan
Olami Manhattan connects NYC young professionals to Jewish life and community. Building strong Jewish identity and ensuring a vibrant Jewish future. With 320 locations across 27 countries, Olami is at the forefront of young adult outreach efforts with a strong global infrastructure, dedicated educators, and impactful programming. Olami Manhattan, Olami’s flagship location, serves a community of 2,000 young adults in the heart of New York City. Their mission is to connect Jewish young adults to Jewish culture through social and educational initiatives, Israel advocacy, and Holocaust education.

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New agreement strengthens collaboration between Novelis and Norway’s deposit return system, ensuring continued high-quality aluminium recycling and efficient logistics

ZURICH, April 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Novelis Inc., a leading sustainable aluminium solutions provider and the world leader in aluminium rolling and recycling, and Infinitum, a leading foundation in depositing and recycling beverage cans and non-refillable plastic bottles in Norway, today announced the renewal of their successful partnership through a new long-term agreement. This milestone reinforces their shared commitment to recycle all aluminium beverage cans used in Norway.

Each year, tons of aluminium are sent from Infinitum’s facilities in Norway to Novelis’ recycling plant in Latchford, UK, where the material is processed into new beverage cans. This direct loop illustrates a functioning circular economy.

“This partnership demonstrates how circular systems can work at scale,” says Alexandre Gellert, Vice President of Metal Procurement for Novelis in Europe. “By securing a stable stream of post‑consumer aluminium and integrating it into Novelis’ recycling and rolling system, we increase recycled content and reduce CO2e emissions in line with our Vision 3×30.”

“Novelis is a critical partner in closing the loop for beverage cans collected through our deposit system,” adds Kjell Olav A. Maldum, CEO of Infinitum. “We have full transparency on volumes, quality and lead times, which allows us to run a stable, cost‑efficient system and deliver predictable, low‑carbon outcomes.”

The renewed agreement provides long-term stability and creates opportunities to further improve logistics and reduce environmental impact.

The partnership supports Novelis’ 3×30 vision, which targets increasing average recycled content to 75%, reducing emissions intensity to below 3 tonnes CO2e per tonne of flat‑rolled product shipped, and leading circularity through first‑mover investments by 2030.

About Novelis
Novelis Inc. is driven by its purpose of shaping a sustainable world together. We are a global leader in the production of innovative aluminium products and solutions and the world’s largest recycler of aluminium. Our ambition is to be the leading provider of low-carbon, sustainable aluminium solutions and to achieve a fully circular economy by partnering with our suppliers, as well as our customers in the aerospace, automotive, beverage can and specialties industries throughout North America, Europe, Asia and South America. Novelis had net sales of $17.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Novelis is a subsidiary of Hindalco Industries Limited, an industry leader in aluminium and copper, and the metals flagship company of the Aditya Birla Group, a multinational conglomerate based in Mumbai. For more information, visit novelis.com.

About Infinitum
Since 1999, Infinitum has been a leading foundation in depositing and recycling non-refillable plastic bottles and beverage cans. All bottles and cans with the characteristic Norwegian deposit-label are possible to deposit all over the country due to our national deposit scheme. Our sole purpose is not economic profit, but to always increase the number of collected beverage containers our eco-friendly, cost-effective deposit scheme can handle. We are strongly motivated to contribute to a better environment; thus, we have invested in new, highly effective, and modern recycling facilities. This ensures a clean environment and a better future.

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STOCKHOLM, April 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Stegra has agreed in principle on €1.4 billion in new financing from a combination of new and existing investors to complete the construction of its large-scale green steel plant in Boden, Sweden.

The financing round is led by Wallenberg Investments, which has formed a consortium of investors that will, through this transaction, take a leading position in Stegra. Alongside Wallenberg Investments, the consortium consists of Temasek and IMAS. Funding is further strongly supported by Stegra’s existing shareholders, including Altor who will be the second largest owner post-closing, as well as Hy24 and Just Climate. It is also supported, subject to credit approvals, by its senior and junior lenders. This provides Stegra with a fully funded path to complete the construction and commissioning of its green steel plant. 

“This financing reflects the strong conviction in Stegra’s business model among new and existing investors, as well as lenders. It has been achieved in a very challenging macro-environment and reflects significant efforts by everyone involved, including of course investors and banks, but also the team in Stegra and the extended family of suppliers, customers and other close partners in Boden,” says Henrik Henriksson, Stegra’s CEO.  

“We are convinced of the competitiveness of Stegra and the commercial attractiveness of green steel in addition to the climate benefits, while remaining clear-eyed about the challenges that lie ahead. We also consider the project to be of great importance to Sweden’s position as an industrial nation,” says Leif Johansson, adviser to the consortium led by Wallenberg Investments.

“The investors will bring additional significant industrial expertise, and their investment reinforces Stegra’s position and the project’s Swedish anchoring. They represent values aligned with both Stegra’s purpose and team,” says Henriksson.

The added financing of €1.4 billion will be used to complete the construction of the plant in Boden. This includes previously communicated scope expansions, such as the insourcing of selected infrastructure components, coverage of increased project costs, and the establishment of a prudent financial buffer. At the completion of the financing round, a higher equity ratio results in a stronger and more resilient financial position for Stegra.

After several slower months during the funding activities, Stegra will now ramp up construction activities. The project timeline is under review.

The financing has been agreed in principle, and is subject to credit approvals from the lenders and finalization of documentation. Additionally customary conditions precedent, including regulatory approval will be required. It is expected that signing of principal agreements will be made in the end of April and that closing of the financing round will occur during June 2026.

Upon the completion of the financing round, investors have agreed their intention to nominate Leif Johansson new Chair of the Board, succeeding Shaun Kingsbury, who chaired the Board while the company worked through this financing round. Kingsbury will be proposed to continue to serve on the Board. Investors have also agreed on their intention to nominate Wallenberg Investment’s senior industrialist Håkan Buskhe, and Altor’s Managing Partner, Paal Weberg, to the Board. Further potential changes to the Board will be communicated in the notice to the extraordinary general meeting. As of today, Leif Johansson and Håkan Buskhe will join the current board as observers.

Find the invitation to a press meeting at 11:00 am CET today at Stegra’s office at Norra Stationsgatan 93A, Stockholm, attached. Only preregistered media with press credentials will be admitted. 

For more information, contact: Karin Hallstan, Head of Communications, Stegra at press@stegra.com or +46 76 842 81 04

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GUANGZHOU, China, April 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Focusing on Advanced Manufacturing, Phase 1 of the 139th Canton Fair is set to open, showcasing innovation at scale. Spanning 520,000 sqm across 25,000+ booths and featuring around 12,000 exhibitors, the Phase encompasses five major categories and 19 sections, providing global buyers with a comprehensive view of China’s latest manufacturing outcomes. From AI integration and green, low‑carbon technologies to breakthroughs by both industry leaders and emerging innovators, Phase 1 is poised to serve as a global marketplace for the future of manufacturing.

1. Broader Horizons for Advanced Manufacturing
Anchored in the development trends of innovation, sustainability, and intelligence, Phase 1 is closely aligned with emerging growth drivers, next‑generation industries, and evolving global sourcing demands. Building on popular exhibits of service robots, smart living, industrial automation, and new energy vehicles, Phase 1 of the Fair introduces four new dedicated zones: Smart Wearables, Display Technologies, Consumer Drones, and Agricultural Drones.

This expanded ecosystem transforms next-generation productivity into tangible, solution-ready outcomes, delivering richer, more efficient, and higher-value trade opportunities for buyers worldwide.

2. Global Focus on Smart Manufacturing
The exhibitor lineup reaches a new high, with more than 5,900 high-quality companies, including national high-tech enterprises, single champions, and specialized and sophisticated small and medium enterprises.

Top robotics firms from Shanghai and Shenzhen underscore China’s leadership in AI‑driven automation, while flagship smart‑appliance brands unveil integrated intelligent terminal solutions. Leading display companies showcase advanced visual technologies, professional drone makers demonstrate deep vertical expertise, and high‑end equipment manufacturers highlight China’s strength in precision manufacturing. Together, they present a compelling portrait of Chinese intelligent manufacturing.

3. AI-Powered Products Across Sectors
Advanced technologies come vividly to life across multiple categories.

In Electronics and Appliances, AI‑driven interactive displays deliver pixel‑level self‑emission and ultra‑fast response, while industrial quadruped robots feature 360‑degree perception for extreme environments. Manufacturing highlights desktop laser cutting and engraving machines with automatic multi‑material recognition, as well as agricultural drones with intelligent obstacle avoidance and terrain‑adaptive flight. Vehicles and Two Wheels showcase high‑efficiency, high‑power wireless charging systems, while Lighting and Electrical exhibitors present AI‑powered energy management platforms. Completing the lineup, Hardware displays include smart robotic lawn mowers with precision positioning and fully autonomous, boundary‑free operation.

Together, these highlights underscore Phase 1’s role as a gateway to the future of advanced manufacturing, where innovation, intelligence, and sustainability converge to support global trade.

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Fifth annual ratings recognize 1,614 top-rated communities.

WASHINGTON, April 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in health care rankings and consumer advice, today announced the 2026 Best Senior Living ratings. The 2026 edition names 1,614 communities as Best Senior Living communities for their excellence in care and resident satisfaction.

Now in its fifth year, the Best Senior Living ratings from U.S. News assists older adults and their families in navigating the complex search for independent living, assisted living, memory care or continuing care retirement communities. These U.S. News ratings provide a starting point for families to make informed decisions together with their health care and financial advisors where appropriate, ensuring the selected community aligns with their unique circumstances.

The ratings are based on a comprehensive national survey of residents and their family members, fielded on behalf of U.S. News by authorized survey providers. For the 2026 edition, U.S. News assessed more than 3,000 senior living communities.

U.S. News evaluated critical aspects of community life, including:

• Dining and Activities
• Management and Staff Responsiveness
• Overall Value and Social Engagement
• Safety and Caregiving

“By 2030, one in five Americans will be of retirement age, and while every individual’s path is different, many will eventually look to reside in a senior living community,” said Liz Pearce, director, senior living at U.S. News. “Whether seeking an active independent lifestyle or specialized care, U.S. News’ 2026 Best Senior Living ratings help families navigate these options by identifying communities where residents and their families reported the highest levels of satisfaction.”

Top Metropolitan Areas for Senior Living

The following metropolitan areas, listed in alphabetical order, have the greatest number of Best Senior Living communities this year:

• Atlanta (23 rated “Best”)
• Austin (17 rated “Best”)
• Baltimore (23 rated “Best”)
• Boston (57 rated “Best”)
• Bridgeport, CT (13 rated “Best”)
• Charlotte (14 rated “Best”)
• Chicago (61 rated “Best”)
• Dallas-Fort Worth (39 rated “Best”)
• Denver (15 rated “Best”)
• Detroit (20 rated “Best”)
• Houston (25 rated “Best”)
• Indianapolis (15 rated “Best”)
• Kansas City (19 rated “Best”)
• Los Angeles (41 rated “Best”)
• Miami-Ft. Lauderdale (29 rated “Best”)
• Minneapolis-St. Paul (33 rated “Best”)
• Nashville (14 rated “Best”)
• New York (65 rated “Best”)
• Orlando (15 rated “Best”)
• Philadelphia (30 rated “Best”)
• Phoenix (23 rated “Best”)
• Providence (13 rated “Best”)
• Rochester, NY (15 rated “Best”)
• San Antonio (13 rated “Best”)
• San Francisco (18 rated “Best”)
• Seattle (27 rated “Best”)
• St. Louis (28 rated “Best”)
• Washington, D.C. (50 rated “Best”)

Only the highest-rated communities in each care level earned a “Best” rating from U.S. News, reflecting the viewpoints from over 540,000 consumer surveys. U.S. News also recognizes outstanding performance in several key areas with a High Performing accolade. These accolades are awarded to communities that scored in the top 25% of evaluated communities nationwide for: caregiving; activities and enrichment; management and staff; food; and home-like environment, while also meeting other criteria. The full methodology report is available here.

A full searchable directory of the U.S. News Best Senior Living ratings is available at USNews.com; regional highlights are available here. Visit Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Threads, TikTok and X using #BestSeniorLiving.

About U.S. News & World Report
U.S. News & World Report is the global leader for journalism that empowers consumers, citizens, business leaders and policy officials to make confident decisions in all aspects of their lives and communities. A multifaceted media company, U.S. News provides unbiased rankings, independent reporting and analysis, and consumer advice to millions of people on USNews.com each month. A pillar in Washington for more than 90 years, U.S. News is the trusted home for in-depth and exclusive insights on education, health, politics, the economy, personal finance, travel, automobiles, real estate, careers and consumer products and services.

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3 ACW Volunteers and 5 ACW Sponsors Recognized for Contributions at ACWConnect Live!

LAS VEGAS, April 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Alliance of Channel Women, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to accelerating the growth of female technology channel leaders, announced tonight the winners of the 2025 awards for outstanding volunteers and sponsors. Three women in tech and five sponsors were honored at a ceremony during the ACWConnect Live! event as part of the Channel Partners Conference & Expo and MSP Summit at the Venetian Resort in Las Vegas.

The ACW IMPACT Award
The ACW IMPACT Award recognizes the contributions of ACW member volunteers who have demonstrated exceptional commitment and enthusiasm during their tenure with ACW. Winners are nominated and selected by ACW Board Members and Committee Chairs.

The 2025 IMPACT Award winners, in alphabetical order by last name, include:

• Laura Gibbs, Channel sales and marketing expert and Chair of the ACW Mentoring Committee and Finance Committee. Laura is recognized for stepping into multiple leadership roles within ACW, consistently contributing her time, ideas and positive energy to strengthen the organization and its community.
• Erin Knese, Director of Partner Program, Enablement & Recruitment at Thryv and Chair of the ACW Membership Committee. Erin is honored for driving meaningful organizational improvements within ACW, including leading membership initiatives and helping implement a new platform while actively supporting multiple programs and committees.
• Bailey Terrell, Channel Sales & Marketing Director at CallHarbor and Co-Chair of the ACW Communications Committee and Local Chapters Committee. Bailey is recognized for consistently going above and beyond through cross-functional support, volunteer leadership and marketing contributions that strengthen operations, elevate the brand and drive meaningful impact across the ACW community.

ACW Sponsor Awards
The ACW Sponsor Awards celebrate the power of partnership and sponsors’ vital role in advancing ACW’s mission to empower channel women. The sponsor award winners are determined by ACW Board Members.

• Ooma was named the winner of the 2025 ACW Legacy Sponsor Award, which honors sponsoring companies that have demonstrated unwavering dedication to ACW for several years.
• BuzzTheory and Telesystem received the 2025 ACW Vanguard Sponsor Award, which recognizes sponsors supporting ACW since its formative years, providing foundational support for its success and growth.
• RingCentral was selected for the 2025 ACW Community Champion Sponsor Award, which celebrates sponsor companies that actively share their expertise, inspire change and create meaningful connections.
• GTS received the 2025 ACW Rising Star Sponsor Award, which highlights new sponsors that have enthusiastically embraced ACW’s mission and made an immediate impact on the ACW community.

About the Alliance of Channel Women
Founded in 2010, the Alliance of Channel Women is a not-for-profit organization that supports women in the indirect channel of the technology industry. ACW brings women and their allies together to empower and advance women’s careers and leadership roles in the technology channel through education, community, advocacy and opportunities for personal and professional growth. To learn more or become a member, please visit www.allianceofchannelwomen.org.

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SAN FRANCISCO, April 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — In celebration of Earth Day, fine wedding jewelry brand She Said Yes today announced the launch of its “Earth Love” limited-edition collection in partnership with Global Green. The collaboration introduces a new standard for sustainable bridal jewelry, crafted with a “zero mining, fully recycled” approach that redefines how modern couples can celebrate love while protecting the planet.

Rooted in a shared mission that love and environmental responsibility can coexist, the Earth Love collection ensures that every purchase contributes directly to climate action. A portion of proceeds from each piece sold will support Global Green’s climate park initiative—an environmental program focused on restoring ecosystems, advancing climate resilience, and educating communities. This partnership aligns consumer purchase power with measurable environmental impact, offering couples a meaningful way to give back through one of life’s most significant milestones.

At the core of the collection is a commitment to sustainability without compromising design. Each piece is crafted using 100% recycled karat gold and carbon-neutral lab-grown diamonds, eliminating the need for new mining while significantly reducing carbon emissions. The collection maintains She Said Yes’ signature romantic aesthetic—timeless silhouettes, refined settings, and elegant craftsmanship—while integrating environmentally responsible materials that meet the values of today’s conscious consumer.

To further amplify its Earth Day initiative, She Said Yes will launch a dedicated Earth Love digital experience on its website, featuring a limited-time 15% exclusive offer alongside interactive engagement opportunities. Visitors can participate in keyword-driven activities and a special Earth Day lucky draw, creating a dual-impact experience where both purchase and participation contribute to environmental awareness and action.

“Partnering with Global Green allows us to extend the meaning of our jewelry beyond the moment of ‘yes,'” said a spokesperson for She Said Yes. “This collaboration is rooted in a shared belief that love and environmental responsibility can coexist. With the Earth Love collection, every piece represents not only a commitment between two people, but also a commitment to the planet—transforming each purchase into tangible support for Global Green’s climate initiatives and a more sustainable future.”

“Partnerships like this demonstrate how industries can evolve to meet the urgency of our climate reality,” said William Bridge. “By rethinking materials and committing to responsible sourcing, She Said Yes is helping to shift the narrative—proving that celebration and sustainability can go hand in hand. Every purchase in the Earth Love collection becomes a meaningful investment in our planet’s future, supporting critical initiatives like our climate park projects that are designed to restore ecosystems and inspire lasting environmental change.”

Consumers are invited to explore the Earth Love collection and participate in She Said Yes’ Earth Day experience by visiting the brand’s official website. As sustainability becomes increasingly central to modern weddings, She Said Yes and Global Green are setting a new precedent—where beauty, meaning, and environmental responsibility are seamlessly intertwined.

To view the collection visit:

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About She Said Yes

She Said Yes is a modern fine jewelry brand redefining luxury through laboratory-grown diamonds and gemstones, ethical craftsmanship, and timeless romantic design. Specializing in engagement rings, wedding bands, and fashion jewelry, the brand blends advanced technology with emotional storytelling to create jewelry that celebrates love—beautifully and responsibly.

Visit https://www.shesaidyes.com/ 

About Global Green
 Global Green is a leading environmental organization dedicated to creating a sustainable and resilient future through climate solutions, community engagement, and ecological restoration initiatives worldwide.

Visit https://globalgreen.org/ 

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Big Picture PR
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American-Founded K-Beauty Brand Projects $100M in Revenue by 2026

MIAMI, April 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — JiYu, a Korean skincare brand formulated and manufactured in South Korea, today announced its expansion into the emerging category of longevity-focused skincare, combining advanced Korean formulation with innovations in cellular skin health. As the global skincare market shifts toward preventative, science-backed approaches, JiYu is positioning itself at the intersection of Korean beauty and longevity.

“The rest of the world is starting to catch up to what Korean skincare has always understood. Longevity is the next frontier — and we’ve been building toward it from the start.” — Jen Chierotti, Co-Founder, JiYu

JiYu is a K-beauty brand formulated and manufactured in Korea, built for a global audience, with offices in Miami, Austin, and Seoul’s Gangnam district. Founded by American female entrepreneurs, JiYu has become one of the fastest-growing K-beauty brands in the United States, tracking toward $100 million in revenue in 2026 on the back of triple-digit year-over-year growth.

WHERE KOREAN BEAUTY MEETS LONGEVITY

JiYu is built on the same principles that define the best Korean skincare: ingredient precision, skin health over time, and formulations that go deeper than the surface. But the brand has taken that philosophy somewhere most K-beauty brands haven’t gone yet. Longevity.

The idea is that skin can be supported at the cellular level, not just the surface. JiYu brings Korean ingredient science and formulation precision to actives and delivery systems increasingly studied in cellular health research, working at the level of how skin actually repairs and regenerates over time. The brand integrates Korean ingredient innovation with emerging research in skin regeneration, barrier repair, and long-term skin health, extending the conversation from anti-aging skincare to skin longevity.

NAD+ is one example of that thinking in action, a coenzyme tied to cellular energy and repair processes, incorporated into formulations using advanced Korean delivery systems designed to improve bioavailability. Alongside this, JiYu’s proprietary K8-Rejuvenate™ complex combines clinically studied ingredients including Snail Mucin, Centella Asiatica, Niacinamide, Alpha-Arbutin, and a multi-peptide complex to target multiple aspects of skin health simultaneously, from tone and texture to barrier strength. Rather than positioning individual hero ingredients, JiYu formulates its products as systems designed to work cohesively over time.

“The best anti-aging products in the world come out of Korea. JiYu exists to bring them to everyone everywhere.” — Jen Chierotti, Co-Founder, JiYu

MADE IN KOREA, BUILT FOR WHAT’S NEXT

Every JiYu product is formulated and manufactured in South Korea by one of South Korea’s leading cosmetics ODMs, whose clients include several of the world’s most recognized luxury beauty brands. JiYu’s Korea-based product development team maintains deep relationships within the Korean beauty supply chain, giving the brand access to active ingredients and delivery systems that require direct relationships within the Korean manufacturing ecosystem. The brand is actively growing its Seoul-based team, with ongoing hiring across product development, formulation, and market operations as part of its expanding Korean presence.

JiYu products are imported directly from South Korean manufacturing facilities to U.S. consumers, with no domestic reformulation, co-packing, or third-party repackaging at any stage. The formulas consumers receive are identical to what is developed and produced in Seoul.

JiYu products are manufactured to the highest international standards, holding certifications including CGMP, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 22716. The brand has committed a portion of its recent $6.5 million capital raise to independent clinical research, building the evidence base that the longevity skincare category will increasingly require.

“Korean formulation science has always been built around long-term skin health — that philosophy is in the DNA of how we develop every product. What JiYu is doing is bringing that depth of formulation to the longevity conversation happening in the West. No one else has really connected those two worlds yet at scale.” — Jen Chierotti, Co-Founder, JiYu 

GROWTH DRIVEN BY PRODUCT

JiYu’s rise has been driven almost entirely by product performance and creator-led content rather than traditional marketing. With a strong presence across TikTok Shop, Amazon, and its own Shopify storefront at jiyuskin.com, with meaningful revenue contribution across all three platforms, the brand has built a loyal customer base through repeat purchase and word of mouth, a signal of both product efficacy and growing consumer alignment with its approach to skincare.

With five new products expected in 2026 — each building on the brand’s longevity-driven formulation approach — JiYu is preparing for its next phase of growth, including retail distribution and direct entry into the South Korean market.

A NEW DIRECTION FOR SKINCARE

As consumers increasingly move toward preventative health, biohacking, and longevity-focused wellness, skincare is evolving alongside it. JiYu represents a shift in how beauty brands are built, combining global supply chain access, Korean formulation expertise, and a long-term view of skin health.

For a brand that launched with a clear thesis of K-beauty science meets longevity thinking, JiYu has found an audience that responds to both.

JiYu products are available at jiyuskin.com, Amazon, and TikTok Shop.

U.S. Offices: Miami, FL • Austin, TX

Seoul Office: 강남구 강남대로 354, 11F, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea

MEDIA CONTACT

JiYu Skincare
press@jiyuskin.com  •  jiyuskin.com

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