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LOS ANGELES, Calif., Nov. 17, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — A groundbreaking Karolinska Institutet study, published in The Lancet Regional Health – Europe, found that individuals subjected to involuntary psychiatric hospitalization faced a markedly elevated risk of suicide after discharge.[1] The mental-health industry watchdog Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR) says the findings add to extensive evidence that coercive detainment and treatment-now being promoted for homelessness in the U.S.-is unworkable, unsafe, and can endanger lives.

ASHEVILLE, N.C., Nov. 14, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Picture this: endless golden grass, a scorching dry season and a journey from Tanzania to Kenya in search of life-giving water. In a new children’s book written by Liisa Andreassen and illustrated by Frederic Gingillino, “Gnu Gnu and Punda’s Great Adventure” (ISBN: 979-8218776183), give young readers the opportunity to join two unlikely companions – the sturdy wildebeest Gnu Gnu and the fast, sharp-eyed zebra Punda. They quickly discover that working together makes them stronger than they ever imagined.

REDONDO BEACH, Calif., Nov. 14, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Golden State Pops Orchestra’s beloved holiday tradition returns brighter than ever! The 2025 Holiday POPS Spectacular, led by Maestro Steven Allen Fox with Resident Choir Maestra Marya Basaraba and the Golden State Pops Orchestra and GSPO Chorale, once again brings cinematic sparkle and symphonic splendor to the holiday season.

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich., Nov. 14, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Beginning November 18, the National Agricultural Aviation Association’s annual Ag Aviation Expo will kick off at the Reno Convention Center in Reno, Nevada. Returning to their 12th NAAA expo, ViewTech Borescopes will have their VJ-4 articulating video borescopes on hand to trial.

DUBLIN, Ohio, Nov. 14, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — American Freight is rolling out special offers that can’t be missed! From November 24 through December 5, customers can score deep discounts on top furniture and mattress selections, plus special financing options to make it even easier to bring home new essentials for less.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. and PLYMOUTH, Minn., Nov. 14, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Rice Park Capital Management LP (“Rice Park”), a Minneapolis-based private investment firm specializing in mortgage servicing rights (MSRs), announced today that it has acquired Rosegate Mortgage, LLC (“Rosegate Mortgage”), NMLS #2020757, a retail and consumer-direct mortgage lender headquartered in Charlotte, NC.

AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 13, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Velocity Credit Union (Velocity) has announced the launch of a new Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) program designed to give members greater financial flexibility and control over their everyday spending. A financial institution with over $1 billion in assets and serving over 80,000 members, Velocity is introducing this program to further its commitment to offering comprehensive financial services to its members for every stage of their life.

WATERTOWN, Mass. and MANCHESTER, N.H., Nov. 13, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Avatar Design & Construction, a leading commercial design-build firm, today announced the official trademarking of its company name (Avatar®) as a design-build brand and the launch of its new trademarked “Grand” line of multi-family apartment buildings. This strategic move solidifies the company’s identity and introduces a new standard of living to the New England market, beginning with three major projects in Manchester, New Hampshire.

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Nov. 13, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWRIRE) — HotDeals, the trusted online platform for discovering verified coupon codes and discounts, today released its first Holiday Savings Insights Report for 2025, combining Adobe’s publicly released 2025 holiday spending forecast with HotDeals’ proprietary savings data.

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Nov. 13, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — As lenders continue to navigate a shifting housing market marked by volatility, margin pressure and rapid technological change, The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC) is doubling down on what it believes is the industry’s greatest strength: connection.

IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 13, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Cloudvirga, a Stewart-owned provider of digital point-of-sale platforms for lenders, today announced the launch of its new Loan Hub for lenders seeking an optimized loan team experience. The Loan Hub gives loan officers, LO assistants and processors a modern, intuitive workspace to manage their pipelines, collaborate with borrowers and complete key tasks without toggling between systems.

ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 13, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — For Bob Davis, founder of Pure Polymer Solutions, water treatment is more than a business; it’s a calling. Guided by faith and a lifelong connection to Florida’s waterways, Davis built a company rooted in stewardship, science, and service.

WESTMINSTER, Colo., Nov. 13, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — See and meet The Industry Group and Kiosk Association at the IAAPA Trade Show. Featured in the booth – Pyramid Computer with kiosks, digital signage and embedded computing, AcquireDigital – digital wayfinding software and digital signage, Sitekiosk with interactive digital signage software, DPL Wireless providing redundant connectivity for all types of kiosks, vending, lockers and digital signage.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Nov. 13, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — PDFgear today introduced a stunning new version for iPadOS 26, reimagining how PDFs look and flow on the iPad. Built on Apple’s Liquid Glass design language, the new version delivers a fluid, dynamic PDF editing experience. With refined visuals and intuitive multitasking, PDFgear for iPad offers users a more productive, elegant way to work with PDFs.

RICHMOND, Calif., Nov. 12, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Bay Area hip hop artist King Gaines announces the upcoming release of his powerful new single “Grinding All My Life” on November 14, 2025 through Richburg Entertainment. The track delivers a raw and uplifting message of perseverance, ambition, and personal growth, representing the heart and soul of Richmond, California.

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Nov. 12, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Move For Hunger, a national hunger relief nonprofit, is bringing an unforgettable experience to downtown Nashville this fall. The Music City Drop invites brave participants to rappel 20 stories down the Omni Hotel while raising awareness and critical funds to fight hunger and food waste.

OAKLAND, Calif., Nov. 12, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Champion Women, together with Wrestle Like A Girl, the Women’s Golf Coaches Association, and the Women’s Sports Policy Working Group, announced today that they have filed an amicus curiae brief with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit in In re College Athlete NIL Litigation (No. 25-4190). According to Liberty Law, Inc., the filing supports a slew of objectors challenging the NCAA’s proposed $2.8 billion settlement.

LA VERNE, Calif., Nov. 12, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Hillcrest, one of Southern California’s leading Continuing Care Retirement Communities, invites older adults to join a truly special health and wellness program. For a limited time, anyone who joins Hillcrest’s Resident Registrant List will receive a complimentary one-year membership to the Hillcrest Aquatic and Fitness Center.

NEW YORK and GUANGZHOU, China, Nov. 11, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — StarknightMT, a leading provider of aftermarket UTV/ATV parts and accessories, is gearing up for the 2025 Black Friday Sale, it will offer off-road enthusiasts and professionals the biggest discounts of the year on their premium product.

NEW YORK, N.Y., Nov. 11, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — HitPaw, a leading provider of AI-powered creative tools, announced the release of HitPaw FotorPea V5.1.0, the latest milestone version featuring generative enhancement, comprehensive restoration for every scene, and multi-image AI creation capabilities. This release reinforces HitPaw’s commitment to making professional-grade photo editing accessible to both casual users and creative professionals.

PLANO, Texas, Nov. 11, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Optimal Blue today released its October 2025 Market Advantage mortgage data report, showing that rate-lock activity remained strong despite seasonal cooling and continued to outpace last year’s levels. Total lock volume fell 4.2% month over month (MoM) from September’s peak but was still up 18% year over year (YoY) as borrowers responded to improving affordability and narrower rate spreads.

NEW YORK, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — HitPaw Edimakor, the AI-powered creative software trusted by millions of creators worldwide, has officially launched its biggest sale of the year – the Black Friday Event! Running from November 6 to December 7, 2025, this limited-time promotion gives users the chance to unlock the power of professional-grade AI creation tools with discounts of up to 70% off.

SANTA ANA, Calif., Nov. 10, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — OC Videography, a full-service video production company, has officially launched its new website, offering commercial, podcast, event, and documentary production services throughout Southern California.

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Nov. 10, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — HousingWire has recognized Dan Jones, Chief Technology Officer at Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI), as one of its 2025 Tech Trendsetters – an annual honor celebrating 75 technology leaders who are shaping the future of housing through innovation.

BUFFALO, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — LenderLogix, a leading provider of mortgage point-of-sale and automation software for banks, credit unions, independent mortgage banks, and brokers, today announced it has launched AI Sidekick, an artificial intelligence (AI) feature built into the LiteSpeed point-of-sale (POS) platform. AI Sidekick supports loan officers (LOs) with simple tools to instantly review loan files, efficiently update document needs lists and rapidly identify missing data, reducing loan processing times by up to 40%.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Nov. 10, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — A powerful appeal to end coercive psychiatric practices-such as forced electroshock and drugging-was made at the World Federation for Mental Health (WFMH) World Mental Health Congress in Barcelos, Portugal. The address urged global alignment with the United Nations and World Health Organization mandates. Supporting the call was the Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR), a mental-health industry watchdog that has long campaigned for a ban on coercive treatment.

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Nov. 7, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Secured Signing, a global leader in Digital Signature and Remote Online Notarization (RON) solutions, announces a major step forward in fighting digital fraud. We’ve partnered with Reality Defender, the leader in real-time deepfake detection, to integrate a powerful new security layer into our services.

PHOENIX, Ariz., Nov. 7, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Coherent Publishing is pleased to announce that esteemed researchers and authors Patrick Wood and Courtenay Turner have joined forces to unveil their provocative new book, “The Final Betrayal: How Technocracy Destroyed America” (ISBN: 979-8993564609), now available through Technocracy News as well as Amazon and Books.by.

BURLINGTON, Ky., Nov. 6, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — This Veterans Day, Snappy Tomato Pizza is proud to honor the brave men and women who have served our country. On Tuesday, November 11, 2025, all veterans and active-duty military members are invited to enjoy a free small one-topping pizza and a 20 oz. beverage at participating Snappy Tomato Pizza locations.

SEATTLE, Wash., Nov. 6, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Friday Harbor, an AI-powered platform that helps loan officers assemble complete and compliant loan files in real time, today announced that its AI Originator Assistant now performs collateral analysis alongside credit, income and asset reviews. The enhancement enables lenders to underwrite appraisals and appraisal-related documents with the same precision and consistency the platform already delivers for other loan file components.

ADDISON, Texas, Nov. 6, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Click n’ Close, a multi-state mortgage lender, today announced a significant expansion of its warehouse line capacity dedicated to its growing One-Time Close (OTC) construction-to-permanent wholesale lending business. The expansion, supported by Merchants Bank and other warehouse partners, triples Click n’ Close’s OTC capacity and follows a record fiscal year performance, reinforcing the confidence of its capital partners in the company’s financial strength and specialized business model.

LEBANON, Pa., Nov. 5, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The GEM MINER’S Holiday Show, produced by MAGMA, the Mid-Atlantic’s premium Gem, Jewelry, Bead, Mineral and Arts and Crafts Show, will be conducting its 17th annual event at the Lebanon PA County Fairgrounds and Expo Center November 14-16, 2025. The Holiday Show is a major production in the gem show circuit and an international event with vendors from around the world.

RICHMOND, Va., Nov. 5, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In a powerful challenge to conventional medical thinking, triple board-certified medical doctor Dr. Aaron Hartman has released “UnCurable: From Hopeless Diagnosis to Defying All Odds” (ISBN: 978-1968339142 [paperback]; 978-1968339135 [ebook]; 978-1968339159 [hardcover] published by Legacy Launch Pad Publishing). In it, he shares the extraordinary story of how his daughter Anna overcame a devastating cerebral palsy diagnosis through functional medicine and nutrition.

JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla., Nov. 5, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Industrial SalesLeads announced today the October 2025 results from its latest report on new planned capital project spending within the Industrial Manufacturing industry. The firm tracks North American industrial capital project activity, including facility expansions, new plant construction, and significant equipment modernization initiatives. October results reveal 155 new projects, up from 146 in September, 143 in August, and 141 in both June and July.

WASHINGTON, D.C., Nov. 5, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Today, Safar (Persian: “Journey”), a dba of Integration Enterprises, PBC, announced the launch of the first Operating System for Human Transformation, introducing a new class of technology that unites neuroscience and human development. Built on Salience Intelligence™, Safar helps coaches, practitioners, and organizations support clients between sessions, where most transformation either consolidates or fades.

AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 5, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — FirstClose™, a leading fintech provider of data and workflow solutions for mortgage and home equity lenders nationwide, is celebrating its 25th anniversary this month. This marks a quarter-century of innovation in modernizing lending processes for residential mortgage and home equity lenders nationwide.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Nov. 3, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Dark Matter Technologies (Dark Matter®), an innovative leader in mortgage technology, today announced that Managing Director and Product Evangelist Craig Rebmann has been named a 2025 Tech Trendsetter by HousingWire. Now in its seventh year, the Tech Trendsetters program recognizes the most impactful and innovative technology leaders in the housing economy.

BUFFALO, N.Y., Nov. 3, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — LenderLogix, a leading provider of mortgage automation software and application programming interfaces (APIs), today announced its CTO and Co-Founder Scott Falbo is a 2025 HousingWire Tech Trendsetter. The award honors technology leaders and innovators whose work is driving meaningful change across the housing industry. Falbo was recognized for his role in advancing automation, borrower experience and lender efficiency through thoughtful, practical innovation.

GARDEN GROVE, Calif., Nov. 3, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Informative Research (IR), a leading technology provider of data-driven credit and verification solutions for the lending industry, today announced that Executive Vice President of Product Management Steve Schulz has been named a 2025 HousingWire Tech Trendsetter. The award honors technology leaders and innovators whose work is transforming the housing and mortgage finance industry.

HOUSTON, Texas, Nov. 3, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — NotaryCam®, a Stewart-owned company and a pioneering provider of remote online notarization (RON) and identity verification/authentication technology for real estate and legal transactions, today announced that Enterprise Product Manager Joseph Bisaillon has been honored as a 2025 HousingWire Tech Trendsetter. The award is given to technology leaders driving impactful innovation in the housing industry.