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July 1, 2025 — More than 5,700 Hispanics died by gunfire in the United States in 2023 according to the latest edition of Hispanic Victims of Lethal Firearms Violence in the United States, an annual study from the Violence Policy Center (VPC), a national educational organization working to stop gun death and injury. That year (the most recent for which national data is available) guns claimed 5,747 Hispanic lives.
July 1, 2025 — After a distinguished career spanning nearly four decades in public relations, Cindy Schutt is retiring, leaving behind a legacy of impactful storytelling, strategic communications, and dedicated community leadership. For nearly a decade, Schutt has been the driving force behind the public relations and media strategy for Van Horn Law Group, P.
July 1, 2025 — A new study from the University of Bath has issued a stark warning: systemic risks in the US leveraged loan market are growing, potentially setting the stage for another financial crisis. This concern is amplified by several factors, including an increase in underpriced loans, the prominent role of less-regulated non-bank lenders, and deteriorating loan standards.
June 30, 2025 — On Tuesday, June 24, 2025, the Peru Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka-Kansai held a special cultural event celebrating two of Peru’s most iconic traditional festivals—Inti Raymi (Festival of the Sun) and the Fiesta de San Juan. The event featured live performances and screenings both outside and inside the Pavilion, allowing many guests and members of the press to experience the cultural diversity and richness of Peru.
June 30, 2025 — Avenue Z, a tech-driven marketing and communications agency leading AI Optimization, today announced it has been named “Cognitive Communications Solution of the Year” by the AI Breakthrough Awards, honoring its first-to-market AI Optimization (AIO) Solution. The prestigious award - selected from more than 5,000 global nominations - recognizes Avenue Z’s AIO Solution, and its ability to place brands at the top of AI Search.
June 27, 2025 — June 27, 2025— Due to their inability to attract sufficient investment assets, the Board of Trustees of the Direxion Shares ETF Trust has decided to liquidate and close two ETFs (each, a “Fund” and collectively, the “Funds”), based on the recommendation of the Funds’ adviser, Rafferty Asset Management, LLC. The Board concluded that liquidating and closing the Funds would be in the best interest of the Funds and their shareholders.
June 27, 2025 — New everyday price plans launch nationwide – now all Xfinity Internet packages have simple, predictable pricing 1-year and 5-year price guarantee available with no contracts All plans include Unlimited Data and the Xfinity WiFi Gateway with the ultimate WiFi controls and cybersecurity protection Free Xfinity Mobile line with unlimited included for one year – no fees or taxes Following the successful launch and positive consumer reaction to Xfinity’s new 5-year guarantee, the nation’s largest Internet Service Provider (ISP) has launched its everyday pricing (EDP) structure with four simple national Internet tiers that include unlimited data and the advanced Xfinity WiFi Gateway for one low monthly price. This move is part of the company’s broader strategy to give consumers simple, predictable, all-in Xfinity plans for the best WiFi in the market.
June 27, 2025 — Loop, the insurance and healthcare company on a mission to add 20 healthy years to the lives of working Indians, has announced that Harpreet Singh Rai, former CEO of health-tracking pioneer Oura and an early investor in Loop, has joined Loop as President, Healthcare. Harpreet brings a decade of experience in building and scaling preventive health solutions that merge science, data, and human behavior.
June 27, 2025 — The Drone-as-a-Service (DaaS) market is experiencing unprecedented growth, driven by advancements in technology and increasing demand across various sectors. In the United States, the commercial drone services market is projected to expand from $12.
June 26, 2025 — June 26, 2025 - Geneva, Switzerland - TRON DAO announced today that the total circulating supply of USDT on the TRON blockchain has exceeded $80 billion, further cementing TRON’s position as the top blockchain for USDT activity. With USDT holding more than 63 percent of the global stablecoin market and surpassing 155 billion dollars in circulation, over half of that supply is issued on TRON.
June 26, 2025 — IotaComm, Inc. ("IotaComm"), a next-generation wireless communications and Internet of Things (IoT) solution provider, is proud to announce its official sponsorship of the Healthy Green Schools & Colleges (HGSC) program.
June 26, 2025 — Rankulate, a newly launched SEO consultancy, officially opens its doors to help businesses scale organic growth through lean, results-driven strategies. Founded by SEO expert Adrian Podyma, Rankulate offers consultant-led support tailored for startups, scale-ups, and enterprise teams seeking clarity, speed, and measurable performance without the overhead of a traditional agency.
June 26, 2025 — Bonsai Robotics Inc. ("Bonsai"), a leading developer of agriculture AI solutions, announced the launch of its proprietary offering for building a transformative connected farming platform for high-value crops.
June 26, 2025 — Tonic Blooms is rewriting the playbook for flower delivery in Toronto. Co-founded by Raphi Aronowicz and Michael Smaye, Tonic Blooms was created out of personal frustration with unreliable and underwhelming flower delivery experiences.
June 26, 2025 — In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, virtual healthcare saw a historic surge. But now, a new trend is emerging: patients are returning to their doctors' offices — and they’re doing it in droves.
June 26, 2025 — NeuroSense Therapeutics (NASDAQ: NRSN)* has completed a key pre-submission meeting with Health Canada for its ALS drug PrimeC, signaling potential upcoming eligibility for Canada’s fast-track approval pathway (NOC/c). The positive tone reported from the meeting could signal accelerated Canadian approval coming soon and could also potentially advance negotiations for the partnership with a global pharma player.
June 26, 2025 — EDGE Boost by EDGE Markets, a financial platform for smart bettors and gamblers, has partnered with World Series of Poker, the premier series of worldwide poker tournaments. The EDGE Boost debit card is now the preferred payment method for WSOP, offering ease of payment, safety and several exclusive on-site perks for tournament players.
June 26, 2025 — With 3X Its Market Cap in Military Grants and Analyst Targets of $15-16, This Military-Backed Phage Therapy Pioneer Trades at Just $0. 48 (NYSE: PHGE)*, all while their competitor (NYSE: ARMP) trades at over 6X BiomX Inc.
June 26, 2025 — Industry Intelligence leader Vertical IQ and award-winning bank sales engagement platform Ignite Sales, Inc. , recently formed a partnership that enables Vertical IQ content to be dynamically applied within the Ignite Sales Engagement Platform to simplify the user experience for business banking sales and financial institutions.