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New Research: Healthspan Is a Growing Priority for Senior Living

DENVER, Colo., June 11, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — AgingIN, a nonprofit advancing innovation in eldercare, is hosting a Longevity Summit that will unite leading voices in senior living, healthcare, and aging research to explore how communities can better support longer, healthier lives. Featuring keynote speaker Dr. Shelly Chadha of the World Health Organization, the summit will be held Aug. 10 and is part of AgingIN’s annual conference, “Peak Purpose: Redefining How We Live and Age,” which runs through Aug. 13.

After Filling Its First Home and Growing a Waitlist, Serenity Living Home Care Opens a Second Location in Palm Beach Gardens

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., June 11, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Serenity Living Home Care announced the opening of its second residential care home in Palm Beach Gardens, responding to a growing waitlist of Palm Beach County families searching for a more personal alternative to traditional nursing facilities.

As West Coast Architect Fees Soar, Sierra Log and Timber Disrupts Custom Home Market with $950 Flat-Rate 3D Drafting Solution

CHICO, Calif., June 10, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — With West Coast architectural fees climbing to historic highs, standard residential design services are rapidly becoming cost-prohibitive for middle-class homebuilders. In a direct bid to dismantle this financial bottleneck, California-based manufacturer Sierra Log and Timber today announced the rollout of a flat-rate $950 custom 3D architectural drafting program.

Natural Transplants and Cherry Announce Strategic Partnership and Release Exclusive 2026 Guide to Hair Transplant Cost in the U.S.

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., June 10, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Natural Transplants, a leader in physician-led hair restoration, and Cherry, a leading patient financing platform, today announced a strategic partnership aimed at improving access to high-quality hair transplant procedures nationwide. Alongside the partnership, the companies released an exclusive 2026 guide to hair transplant cost in the U.S., offering new insight into the significant cost disparities patients face across major metropolitan markets.

Millions Dream of Having Children: World Fertility Project Expands Global ‘Break the Taboo’ Campaign to Address Stigma and Barriers to Care

NEW YORK, N.Y., June 10, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — As conversations around declining fertility rates and reproductive health continue to gain global attention, the World Fertility Project (WFP), produced by pregnantish, today announced the return of its international “Break the Taboo” campaign, launching June 17 in honor of World Infertility Awareness Month.

‘Rings of Saturn: Enemy Within’ Launches as New Military Sci-Fi Thriller Inspired by UFO Narratives, Space Command Myths, and Deep Space Conflict Themes

FORT MYERS, Fla., June 9, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — “Rings of Saturn: Enemy Within” (ISBN: 978-1834380247), released March 27, 2026, through Tellwell Publishing, is a new military science fiction novel by pilot and flight instructor David Brandon. The book launches into a cultural moment marked by renewed global interest in UAP (Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena), government transparency discussions, and science fiction storytelling inspired by aerospace and extraterrestrial themes.

Debut Author Tina Rastelli Awarded Prestigious 2026 Eric Hoffer Grand Prize

SWEDESBORO, N.J., June 8, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — During an unexpected betrayal, juggling career and single motherhood, along with financial difficulties, Tina Rastelli started journaling prayerful appeals to God, which would become, “A Story to Tell: From Single to Surrendered” (ISBN 979-8218457594; published by Single to Surrender), and win the prestigious 2026 Eric Hoffer Grand Prize, as it was announced last week.

Luvme Hair Shares Summer Human Hair Wig Care Tips for Heat, Humidity, and Travel

NEW YORK, N.Y., June 5, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Luvme Hair, a beauty brand offering human hair wigs, glueless wigs, lace wigs, and protective styling solutions, is sharing summer human hair wig care tips to help customers maintain softness, freshness, and manageability during hot weather, humid conditions, outdoor activities, and travel.

A Defining Moment in Humanity: A Statement from Rob Hoskins, President of OneHope, on Pope Leo XIV’s Encyclical ‘Magnifica Humanitas’

POMPANO BEACH, Fla., June 5, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The release of Pope Leo XIV’s encyclical letter, “Magnifica Humanitas,” arrives at a defining moment not only for the global Church but for the whole of human civilization, says Dr. Rob Hoskins, President and Co-founder of OneHope. Artificial intelligence is reshaping how children and youth learn, how people connect, how truth is formed, and how identity itself is understood.

Three Readers’ Favorite Reviewers Call Velinwood Novel ‘Singular’ – No Comparison in Contemporary Fantasy

VANCOUVER, Wash., June 2, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Velinwood Publishing announced today that “Bunny, The Hidden Record: The First Empty Throne” (ISBN: 979-8950622007), the second novel by Her Majesty of Ink and Exit Wounds (Rebecca Maehlum), has received three five-star reviews from Readers’ Favorite – with each reviewer independently reaching the same conclusion: there is no comparable book currently in publication.

SnapFresh Introduces 2026 40V 17-Inch Brushless Cordless Lawn Mower for Residential Lawn Care

LOS ANGELES, Calif., May 29, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — SnapFresh from Ningbo Winbay Technology Co., Ltd. unveiled its 2026 40V 17-inch Brushless Cordless Lawn Mower as part of the brand’s latest outdoor power equipment lineup, offering homeowners a gas-free lawn maintenance solution with cutting performance comparable to a traditional 150cc gas mower. The mower is currently available on Amazon.

11 Exceptional Good Reads make the 2026 Q1 BOOKS TO BOOKMARK List: What to Read Next

TEMECULA, Calif., May 28, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Publishers Newswire (PNW), an online news publisher covering books, music, indie film, and software launched in 2004, today announced its latest semi-annual “books to bookmark” list for Q1 of 2026, noting 11 new and exceptional “good reads” from small publishers based in North America. These recently published books are often overlooked due to not coming from major traditional N.Y. book publishers.

Significantly Rare Achievement Showcases Exceptional Character

BIRMINGHAM, Ala., May 20, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — A Birmingham Scouting America Youth has accomplished an extremely rare and challenging feat that few have attained since the Scouting program began in 1910. Seventeen-year-old Garrett Jones, a member of Troop 4, in Vestavia Hills Alabama has achieved an extraordinary milestone by earning every merit badge in the Scouting America’s premiere national leadership training program.

Valuecom Launches Summer Home Shopping Deals Hub to Help Consumers Save on Renovation and Home Upgrades

NEW YORK, N.Y., May 19, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — As demand for summer home renovations and household upgrades continues to grow, online savings platform Valuecom today announced the launch of its new “Summer Home Shopping Deals Hub,” designed to bring together the latest promo codes and discounts from home, furniture, building materials, and lifestyle brands in one centralized destination.

The UPSHOT League Announces Expansive Multi-Platform Media Distribution for Inaugural 2026 Basketball Season

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., May 14, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The UPSHOT League will launch its inaugural 2026 season with one of the most comprehensive media distribution strategies ever assembled for a startup women’s sports league, combining the national Scripps Sports Network FAST channel, global streaming with YouTube and local over-the-air television distribution, including in all four Upshot League markets (Greensboro, Savannah, Charlotte and Jacksonville).

Simpson Elevates Senior Living Dining Experience with Joyous Program

WEST GROVE, Pa., May 13, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Simpson, a family of communities in Pennsylvania, is introducing a new spring and summer Joyous dining program to residents of Jenner’s Pond. Recognizing the joy many residents take in dining, whether socializing with neighbors or trying a new dish, the Joyous program from Sodexo brings together warm service, thoughtful experiences, and a daily variety of sustainable, vibrant meals. Jenner’s Pond was instrumental in shaping the vision behind the new Sodexo dining program, which is rolling out nationwide.

DUNKMAN, founded by Shaquille O’Neal Provides Gear and Uniforms for the UPSHOT League Ahead of Inaugural Season Launch

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., May 8, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Dunkman, the apparel and brand platform founded by basketball icon Shaquille O’Neal, has designed and delivered a new generation of uniforms for the UPSHOT League as the league prepares for its inaugural season tipping off May 15. The UPSHOT League enters the market at a pivotal moment for the sport.

Hillcrest Expands and Connects Community Living in La Verne with Gateway Neighborhood Project, Adding Seven New Homes

LA VERNE, Calif., May 7, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Hillcrest, a senior living community in La Verne, is expanding and connecting its campus with the addition of the Gateway Project. The project includes a walkway connecting its east and west campuses, a new neighborhood of single-family homes, and the renovation of three existing homes.

AgingIN Opens Registration for Longevity Pre-Summit and 2026 Conference ‘Peak Purpose: Redefining How We Live and Age’

BALTIMORE, Md., May 7, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — AgingIN, a national leader advancing innovation in eldercare, has opened registration for its highly anticipated annual conference, “Peak Purpose: Redefining How We Live and Age.” The event will explore the impact of how people-first living improves care and strengthens culture while helping organizations perform better.

Reiki Master, meditation guide, breathwork facilitator and mother of twins writes the children’s book she wishes she had as a child

LOS ANGELES, Calif., May 1, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — When Ani Lalazarian changed careers in 2020, leaving the fashion world to become an energy healer, breathwork facilitator and spiritual guide, she held tight to one conviction: that children and adults all carry a special light within them-they simply need the tools to find it. Now, Dragonfly Dreams Press, LLC is releasing her debut picture book – “Into the Heart of the Forest: A Journey to Love” (ISBN: 979-8218897246 paperback; 979-8218883294 hardcover) – a gorgeously illustrated adventure story that brings those tools directly to the page.

A Father’s Memoir and Practical Guide for High-Conflict Co-Parenting Available June 16: Calling Out the Shadows

GULF BREEZE, Fla., April 30, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — What happens when silence protects the wrong person? That’s a core question at the heart of “Calling Out the Shadows: A Father’s Stand Against the Current” (ISBN: 979-8995335115). Written by Neal Winsomer, it’s scheduled for release on June 16, 2026 through Neal Winsomer Publishing LLC.

American Gem Society Asks Jeweler Moms What Fine Jewelry Trends to Expect This Mother’s Day

LAS VEGAS, Nev., April 29, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Fine jewelry has long been one of the most beloved Mother’s Day gifts. It’s personal, lasting, and chosen with love. To help find the perfect piece, the American Gem Society (AGS) turned to three AGS member jewelers who are also moms, asking them what trends they are noticing for Mother’s Day.

UPSHOT League Unveils First Premier Players Ahead of Inaugural Season with Final Rosters Announced May 8

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., April 21, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The UPSHOT League, a new professional women’s basketball league created to expand elite playing opportunities and elevate communities, today announced its first wave of premier players set to define the league’s debut season. This curated group of athletes brings together standout talent from the WNBA, top collegiate programs, and leading international teams-establishing an immediate and unmistakable standard of excellence.

Caregiving Is Personal for Many Simpson Team Members

WEST GROVE, Pa., April 21, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In recognition of Care Workers Recognition Month in April, Simpson, a family of communities in Pennsylvania, is sharing how the personal caregiving experiences of its team members, from frontline staff to executive leadership, influence the care they bring to their roles every day.

National Pygmy Goat Association Celebrates 50th Anniversary with National Pygmy Goat Day on April 23rd

SEATTLE, Wash., April 21, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The National Pygmy Goat Association (NPGA) is celebrating its 50th anniversary on April 23rd, National Pygmy Goat Day. Members and affiliated clubs are planning events throughout the country to celebrate the day and showcase their Pygmy Goats as useful livestock and multi-purpose miniature goats that are just plain fun!

GHIRP to Host 5-Year Anniversary Spring Festival Amid Threats to Immigrant Legal Services and Growing ICE Presence

HOUSTON, Texas, April 2, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Galveston-Houston Immigrant Representation Project (GHIRP) will host its 5-Year Anniversary Spring Festival Fundraiser on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Dan Electro’s in Houston. The event will bring together community members and advocates to celebrate five years of impact while raising urgently needed funds to defend immigrants across the Galveston-Houston area.

Joshua Fagerness Wins Let It Ride 5, Rises to Third in USA EUC National Championship Standings

BOULDER CITY, Nev., April 2, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Joshua Fagerness of Rochester, Washington crossed the finish line first at Let It Ride 5, held March 27-29 at Boulder City, Nevada. USA EUC – the national sanctioning body for competitive electric unicycle racing – announced the results of the event, the third stop on the 2026 USA EUC National Championship Circuit, following King of the Motos and King of the Hammers.

Hearing Loss Is a Brain Health Issue: Six Risks and What to Do About Them

BALTIMORE, Md., April 2, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Hearing loss affects one in three adults over age 65 and is a leading cause of years lived with disability worldwide. In its latest Brain Bytes micro-cast, AgingIN, a national leader advancing innovation in eldercare, features neuroscientist Kelly Tremblay, PhD, who highlights growing evidence that reframes hearing loss as a critical, and often overlooked, brain health issue.

‘Money Buddies’ Debuts First Two Episodes on April 1 in Celebration of Financial Literacy Awareness Month

ATLANTA, Ga., March 31, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — This Financial Literacy Awareness Month, kids and families are invited to meet the Money Buddies, a lovable and irreverent cast of puppet characters on a mission to make learning about money fun, memorable, and easy to understand. Created and powered by Alliance Group, Money Buddies officially debuts the first two episodes of its seven-episode educational series on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.

Camino Author Spearheads New Pilgrim Tradition Along the Camino de Santiago

SAN DIEGO, Calif., March 24, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Santiago de Compostela Pilgrim’s Reception Office in Spain reports that 530,999 people received a Compostela certificate of completion in 2025, up 6% over 2024. Author Karin Kiser of Camino Chronicles Press says the actual number of people walking or biking the Camino de Santiago routes is more than that – much more.

California Resident Files Writ of Mandate Regarding State Ferret Ban

LA MESA, Calif., March 18, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Pat Wright, a California resident and advocate for ferret legalization, and founder of LegalizeFerrets.org, has filed a Petition for Writ of Mandate in Sacramento County Superior Court against the California Fish and Game Commission and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.

Sobriety Is Suddenly ‘Chic,’ But It’s Not New – It’s Been in Fiction for Decades

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Feb. 27, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Recent coverage in major outlets, including a New York Times feature on the rise of “sober party girls” and alcohol-free social spaces, has framed not drinking as a newly emerging cultural trend. From curated sober parties to alcohol-free bars and wellness-driven nightlife, sobriety is increasingly being rebranded as aspirational, social and even chic, The Evolution of Publishing Institute announced today.

Impact 100 Jersey Coast Awards $100,000 Grant to Move For Hunger to Address Food Insecurity in Monmouth and Ocean Counties

SHREWSBURY, N.J., Feb. 26, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Impact 100 Jersey Coast has awarded a $100,000 grant to Move For Hunger, a national nonprofit dedicated to reducing food waste and fighting hunger, to support expanded food recovery and delivery efforts across Monmouth and Ocean Counties. Food insecurity in Monmouth and Ocean Counties has increased by 25% since 2019.

National Solo Aging Expert Dr. Sara Zeff Geber to Lead Hillcrest LaVerne Seminar on Planning for a Secure Future

LA VERNE, Calif., Feb. 23, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Hillcrest, a senior living community in La Verne, Calif., is hosting nationally recognized solo aging expert Dr. Sara Zeff Geber, PhD, founder of LifeEncore, for an educational seminar focused on preparing solo agers for the future. The free event will take place on Thursday, Feb. 26, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and will cover legal and financial strategies for maintaining independence. A solo ager is defined as anyone, single or partnered, who does not have children or is aging alone for any reason.

Jenner’s Pond Introduces Spacious, Newly Designed Cottages Designed for How Older Adults Want to Live: Connected, Independent, and at Ease

WEST GROVE, Pa., Feb. 18, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Jenner’s Pond in Chester County, one of Simpson’s Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs), offers spacious cottages with new finishes, designed for today’s active, modern elders looking for alternatives or to upsize to a forever home. With up to 3,600 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, the cottages provide an option to skip the condo phase and settle directly into a 62+ Life Plan Community.

Run 2 The Rescue Featured in PEOPLE – Major National Spotlight Amplifies Mission to Save Dogs from China’s Dog Meat Trade

NEW YORK, N.Y., Feb. 17, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Run 2 The Rescue, a Sag Harbor-based nonprofit with rescue operations and a shelter in Beijing, China, has been featured in PEOPLE in an exclusive story highlighting the dramatic transformation of Kronk, an injured Malamute rescued from the dog meat trade.

Hillcrest Gallery Showcases Ganesha High School Student Art Honoring Black History Month

LA VERNE, Calif., Feb. 12, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Gallery at Hillcrest will host an on-site showcase of advanced art by Ganesha High School students in grades 10 through 12, opening February 20 in celebration of Black History Month. Hillcrest is a nonprofit senior community that supports local artists through its on-campus gallery.

Jenner’s Pond and Simpson Meadows Lead with First In-State Comfort Matters® Memory Care with Accreditation

WEST GROVE, Pa., Feb. 12, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Simpson announces its memory care programs at Jenner’s Pond and Simpson Meadows are the first in Pennsylvania to receive the prestigious Comfort Matters® accreditation, and one of only 43 worldwide. The distinction recognizes Simpson’s commitment to providing person-directed dementia care that prioritizes comfort, dignity, and emotional well-being for individuals living with dementia.

Elder Care Reforms, Advances and Call to Action: AgingIN’s Elevate Eldercare Podcast Tackles Long-Term Care Challenges

BALTIMORE, Md., Feb. 11, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — AgingIN, a global leader in long-term care culture transformation, released a special episode of the Elevate Eldercare podcast today, featuring a candid conversation between AgingIN CEO Susan Ryan and Susie Singer Carter, creator of the documentary “No Country for Old People.” The episode explores the film’s unflinching look at aging services and calls for a multilayered movement grounded in accountability, public pressure, and cultural change.

Cielo.Travel Publishes February 2026 Update to ‘The 17 Best Restaurants in Bogota,’ Colombia Guide

BOGOTA, Colombia, Feb. 11, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Cielo.Travel today released its February 2026 update to “The 17 Best Restaurants in Bogota,” a monthly guide that spotlights standout dining experiences across Colombia’s capital. The refreshed list spans chef-led tasting menus, neighborhood favorites, market-based cuisine and historic institutions, and includes an interactive map to help visitors build efficient, high-quality itineraries.