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ORCHARD PARK, N.Y., Dec. 15, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Curbell Plastics, Inc. has been named the authorized distributor of DuPont™ Vespel® Shapes for the Midwest. This expansion adds 11 states in the central and southern United States to Curbell’s previous territory that included 19 states in the Western U.S.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec. 15, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The two-hour documentary “Prescription for Violence: Psychiatry’s Deadly Side Effects” confronts a question long avoided: whether the rise in mass shootings, senseless violence, and suicides correlates with the dramatic increase in psychiatric drug use. The international mental health industry watchdog, Citizens Commission on Human Rights (CCHR), has released the documentary on its website, documenting how acts of mass violence have escalated to unprecedented levels.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec. 15, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Light Committee, a photography studio that provides some of the best headshots in Los Angeles has earned the “People Love Us On Yelp” badge and an award from Three Best Rated for Commercial Photographer. Both awards were earned in 2025 and add to many other awards earned by the studio.

NEW YORK, N.Y., Dec. 12, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Luvme Hair, a trusted brand in natural hair wigs and hair extensions, is excited to announce its 2025 Luvme Christmas Early-Bird Sale. This exclusive event offers up to $90 off select wig collections, giving customers the perfect opportunity to secure their favorite looks ahead of the festive season.

NEW YORK and SHENZHEN, China, Dec. 11, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — LumeFlow AI, the AI video generator built for content creators, has announced a major set of updates aimed at expanding its global presence and increasing user flexibility. The rollout includes localized websites for Asia, full mobile web optimization, and the announcement of an upcoming Christmas sale.

LA VERNE, Calif., Dec. 11, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The holiday season brings warmth and celebration for many, but it can also heighten feelings of loneliness, grief, and disconnection among older adults. Hillcrest, one of Southern California’s leading continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs), is encouraging seniors and their families to approach the season with intention, compassion, and community-minded connection.

NEW YORK, N.Y., Dec. 10, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — As the Christmas season approaches, holiday shopping momentum across the United States continues to build. To support consumers seeking affordable options during this festive period, Valuecom, a leading online discount resource platform, has officially unveiled its 2025 Christmas Discounts Hub.

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Dec. 10, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — HotDeals, the trusted online destination for verified coupon codes and discounts, today announced the launch of its dedicated Christmas Savings Hub to help shoppers stretch their holiday budgets on gifts, travel, and everyday essentials.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec. 10, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Citizens Commission on Human Rights (CCHR) today announces the worldwide release of “Prescription for Violence: Psychiatry’s Deadly Side Effects,” a two-hour documentary presenting evidence connecting psychiatric drugs to incidents of violence, suicide, and self-harm. The documentary premieres internationally on Scientology Network at 8 p.m. ET/PT.

NEW YORK, N.Y., Dec. 10, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — iToolab, a leading provider of innovative software solutions for iOS, Android, and Windows systems, today announces its Christmas Holiday Sale running from Dec. 10 to Jan. 16. During the Christmas sale period, users worldwide can enjoy discounts up to 80% on all tools, including WaTracker, WatsGo, AnyGo, UnlockGo (Android), UnlockGo (iOS), RecoverGo series, and etc.

NEW YORK, N.Y., Dec. 10, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — This holiday season, HitPaw Edimakor, the leading global AI-powered creative platform, is excited to announce its Christmas Celebration Sale – a limited-time event packed with exclusive offers to elevate your creative abilities. From professional video editing to advanced AI generation – users can now unlock premium tools at unbeatable holiday prices.

POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Dec. 10, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — RMA, a leading economic development firm, has been awarded a contract by the City of Coconut Creek to create a redevelopment plan for the City. The award-winning firm will establish a set of redevelopment strategies, evaluate city-owned vacant land, identify underused private properties ripe for redevelopment, and conduct a long-term financial analysis for the city.

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich., Dec. 10, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In 2022, ViewTech Borescopes expanded its industry-leading product portfolio with the launch of the VJ-4 video borescope. Setting a new benchmark for portable inspection technology, the VJ-4 was engineered specifically for professional and industrial applications. The new platform introduced a range of advanced features and enhanced performance capabilities.

DENVER, Colo., Dec. 10, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — ACES Quality Management#xae; (ACES), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, today announced the general availability of its latest innovation, ACES DATABRIDGE, which makes ACES customer data fully portable.

AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 10, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — FirstClose™, a leading fintech provider of data and workflow solutions for mortgage and home equity lenders nationwide, announced today a new partnership with Stewart Lender Services, a division of Stewart Information Services Corporation (NYSE: STC), that enhances FirstClose’s Order Management System (OMS) with expanded home equity fulfillment capabilities.

TROY, Mich., Dec. 10, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Class Valuation, a leading real estate appraisal management company (AMC), announced today that Daniel A. Busch has joined the company as its chief financial officer (CFO). Busch brings more than two decades of financial leadership experience to the role, including extensive work in private equity environments, business transformation and data-driven operational performance.

PLANO, Texas, Dec. 10, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Optimal Blue today released its November 2025 Market Advantage mortgage data report, which found that total mortgage rate-lock activity declined with normal late fall seasonality, yet still marked the strongest November in four years. Total lock volume fell 25% month over month (MoM) from October but remained up 17% year over year (YoY), buoyed by historically strong refinance demand and mortgage rates holding near 6%.

NEW YORK, N.Y., Dec. 10, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — HitPaw, a leader in AI-powered multimedia solutions, announces the launch of HitPaw VikPea V5.1.0. This release introduces groundbreaking features including the highly anticipated AI Video Generator, AI Generative Model and enhanced Frame Interpolation Model, all designed to elevate video enhancement and creative workflows.

AMSTERDAM, Netherlands, Dec. 9, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Selected as one of the top applications from over 1,600 submissions, LearnWise AI wins the Bronze Award in the AI in Education category, recognized for its innovation, impact, and scalability in transforming the student experience for its all-in-one, integrated approach to student support, tutoring, and assessment.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec. 9, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The newly formed Stop ECT Coalition, representing hundreds of thousands of individuals, has launched a nationwide campaign urging review of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)’s 2018 rule on electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) devices. Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR) is among the organizations supporting the initiative, along with the Global Wellness Forum and Stand for Health Freedom.

PLANO, Texas, Dec. 8, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Optimal Blue today announced the promotion of Lanny Rogers III, CPA, to chief financial officer (CFO) and Jeremy Moreno to chief revenue officer (CRO). Their combined experience and long track records of leadership position the company to advance its next stage of growth and client success with a dedicated financial strategy function and strengthened revenue oversight.

ST. LOUIS, Mo., Dec. 8, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Privacy concerns in public restrooms continue to grow, with 72% of Americans reporting discomfort due to visible gaps between stall doors and frames. Whether at work, school, restaurants, airports, or entertainment venues, restroom privacy has become a personal safety issue affecting millions every day. “Two hundred million people use a public restroom every week,” says Bob Kodner, president of StallPlus-Go.

KISSIMMEE, Fla., Dec. 8, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Dr. MaryAnn Wilkey announces the release of her compassionate new children’s book, “Juny the Butterfly Boy: A Story of Loss and Love” (ISBN: 978-1779629081; released November 30 by Tellwell Publishing). Blending gentle fantasy with emotional truth, the book offers young readers and families an accessible way to understand grief, memory, and the lasting power of love.

GARDEN GROVE, Calif., Dec. 8, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Informative Research (IR), a leading technology provider of data-driven credit and verification solutions for the lending industry, today announced that Software Developer Sriranjini “Sri” Prabhakara has been named to National Mortgage Professional Magazine’s 2025 40 Under 40 list. The annual recognition highlights emerging professionals whose work is helping shape the future of the mortgage sector.

LADNER, B.C., Canada, Dec. 8, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Author Hugh Greer announces the release of his new book, “2,300 Days of Travel: From Roughing it to Luxury Cruising” (ISBN: 978-1834183879), a witty and self-deprecating chronicle of his journeys from camping in the 1950s to luxury riverboats and ocean cruises later in life.

NEW YORK, N.Y., Dec. 5, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — HitPaw Edimakor has officially released V4.5.0 – marking a new era of digital innovation. This major upgrade introduces two powerful breakthroughs – the Multi-Avatar Dialogue System and the enhanced NanoBanana Pro AI Image Generator. Together, they push digital creation beyond static visuals and into the world of intelligent, dynamic interaction. With this update – Edimakor continues to redefine what creators can achieve through AI-driven content.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec. 4, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — L. Ron Hubbard’s Winter Wonderland opened on the evening of November 30th, 2025, on Hollywood Boulevard, welcoming visitors from around the world to celebrate the holidays. Opening its doors on the night of the Hollywood Christmas Parade, with thousands lining the boulevard, families poured into Winter Wonderland eager to experience the magic of the iconic holiday set, the Church of Scientology Western US announced today.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Dec. 4, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — As the holidays bring moments of connection, AgingIN is recognizing the caregivers and elders who preserve the comfort and continuity of home in long-term care. AgingIN, home to THE GREEN HOUSE® Project and Pioneer Network, celebrates these families and the AgingIN-associated professional care teams that are built for person-directed living.

AVE MARIA, Fla., Dec. 4, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Nick and Joan Cerami announce their growing presence in Southwest Florida as owners of Pillar To Post Home Inspectors – the Cerami Team, marking the next chapter in a professional journey that has spanned four decades and two industries. After more than 30 years each in marketing and advertising – often working in tandem as client and agency partner, the couple now share business ownership.

JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla., Dec. 4, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Industrial SalesLeads today announced the findings of its November 2025 report on planned capital project spending within the North American Industrial Manufacturing sector. The firm’s research, which tracks new plant construction, facility expansions, and significant equipment modernization, identified 154 new projects. Capital project activity remains stable, with 154 new projects in November, nearly matching the 155 projects tracked in October.

AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 4, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — FirstClose™, a leading fintech provider of data and workflow solutions for mortgage and home equity lenders nationwide, today announced the appointment of Alex Sirpis as vice president of sales. In this role, Sirpis will lead the company’s sales organization, refine the go-to-market strategy and drive revenue growth as FirstClose continues expanding its presence with mortgage and home equity lenders across the country.

LAKE ZURICH, Ill., Dec. 3, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Dovenmuehle Mortgage, Inc. (DMI), a leading mortgage subservicing company, announced today that Rivermark Community Credit Union has expanded its partnership with DMI. Under this expanded relationship, Dovenmuehle will provide subservicing for Rivermark’s growing portfolio of mortgage loans, supporting the credit union’s expanding membership base and ensuring an exceptional servicing experience for members.

LONG BEACH, Calif., Dec. 2, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — New Cadence Healthcare is excited to welcome Dr. Jasia Hu, M.D., who officially joined our team on December 1, 2025. A board-certified family medicine physician who has cared for the Long Beach community since 2010, Dr. Hu brings deep experience in preventive care, chronic disease management, and patient education.

NEW YORK and HONG KONG, Dec. 2, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — With the latest in-game updates bringing new Gigantamax raids Pokémon GO and special seasonal events, Trainers are once again focusing on the best Gigantamax Pokémon GO to strengthen their teams. This guide from PoGoskill summarizes current raid highlights, top selections, and ways players can join these events efficiently.

POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Dec. 2, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Pompano Beach Cultural Affairs Department, operating as Pompano Beach Arts, proudly announces the milestone “sapphire” 5th anniversary of Jazz Fest Pompano Beach, taking place Saturday, April 18 and Sunday, April 19, 2026. Set along the city’s stunning shoreline, the festival once again brings two days of world-class performances, culinary delights, and community celebration – all free to the public. This event is set to rival the most notable Jazz Festivals in the county, with warm breezes, salted air and the vibes of sultry jazz.

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Dec. 2, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — SecuGen, a leader in optical fingerprint biometrics, today announced it will integrate Precise Biometrics’ proven live-finger detection (LFD) technology into SecuGen’s next generation MOSIP L1 authentication device and the company’s upcoming UIDAI L1 Registered Device. The integration enhances the devices’ presentation attack detection (PAD) capabilities while preserving SecuGen’s high-quality imaging and operational performance.

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Dec. 2, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Jackson Copeland Foundation has officially launched, announcing a dual mission to fund research into high-risk leukemia variants and provide critical financial support to patients and families navigating the devastating costs of leukemia treatment. Beyond research, the Foundation addresses the immediate, crushing burden of a diagnosis.

DES MOINES, Iowa, Dec. 2, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — iEmergent, a forecasting and advisory services firm for the financial services, mortgage and real estate industries, released a new analysis validating that its U.S. purchase mortgage origination forecasts continue to lead the industry in accuracy, outperforming other publicly available forecasts such as those published by Fannie Mae and the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) over the last six years.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec. 2, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Tens of thousands of American children who begin with a prescription for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) drugs ultimately end up on multiple powerful psychiatric drugs, sometimes even before they are old enough to attend elementary school. Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR), conducted its own review of state-by-state Medicaid data through Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests, and the findings were even more alarming.

QUEEN CREEK, Ariz., Dec. 1. 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Christmas at Schnepf Farms is back for the holidays, and this year’s outdoor holiday experience is bigger and better than ever. When the gates opened on November 28, guests gained access to more than 30 acres of the East Valley farm and nearly 50 holiday-themed attractions. Christmas at Schnepf Farms runs Thursday through Sunday from November 28 through December 28, 2025.