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LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — With $280 billion invested annually in psychiatric hospitals and treatment-and billions more paid out to treat the damage they cause-the mental health watchdog Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR) warns that continuing to fund the system without accountability is like pouring water into a sieve or patching a sinking […]
ALTADENA, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — In response to the devastating Eaton Fire, which destroyed homes, displaced families, and left entire neighborhoods in ruins, Westland Developers & Consulting LLC has put together a team of professionals to provide a Recovery & Rebuilding Service. This initiative aims to help fire survivors in Altadena and Pasadena take their first […]
NAPA, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Domaine Carneros, the award-winning California grower-producer of Méthode Traditionnelle sparkling wines, joyfully announces its 2025 holiday wine gift collections. Curated by the team at the French-inspired château founded by Taittinger Champagne, situated at the gateway to wine country in northern California, the winery enjoys dreaming up inspired sparkling gifts for all […]
JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. /CitizenWire/ — Industrial SalesLeads announced today the September 2025 results for the new Planned Capital Project Spending Report for the Industrial Manufacturing industry. The firm, which tracks North American planned industrial capital project activity including facility expansions, new plant construction, and major equipment modernization confirmed 146 new projects in the industrial sector […]
HILLSBORO, Va. /CitizenWire/ — Loco Lion Brewery, Loudoun County’s newest farm brewery and winery, will celebrate its grand opening on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at its 26-acre hilltop location at 36577 Heskett Lane in Hillsboro. The brewery adds a distinctive British-American craft beer experience to Loudoun’s thriving brewery cluster while offering breathtaking views of the […]
BUFFALO, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — LenderLogix, a leading provider of mortgage point-of-sale (POS) and automation software for banks, credit unions, independent mortgage banks and brokers, today announced that Peak Residential Lending (Peak) has adopted LenderLogix’s LiteSpeed(tm) integration with Argyle to deliver verification of assets (VOA) directly at the point of sale (POS). LiteSpeed is the first […]
WASHINGTON, D.C. /CitizenWire/ — In a significant development for coastal communities and marine conservation advocates, the U.S. Dept. of Justice has informed the federal court in Washington, D.C. that the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) intends to reconsider its prior approval of the Empire Wind 2 offshore wind project. The announcement came in a […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Essential reading for leaders navigating an increasingly complex workplace landscape: Carly Fliesher’s groundbreaking memoir “The Thirteenth Floor: How Dealing With Trauma Transformed My Approach to Employee Well-Being” (ISBN: 978-1968339890 [paperback]; 978-1968339906 [ebook]; Legacy Launch Pad Publishing), which delivers both heart-wrenching personal narrative and actionable corporate strategy.
PERTH, Australia /CitizenWire/ — Acre Press and author Oliver Jamieson today announced the release of “How to Create an Organic Aquarium: The Beginner’s Guide to Soil-Based Aquariums” (ISBN: 978-1763713772). The book explains how soil, plants, and microorganisms can replace traditional filtration and simplify aquarium care. Written in an approachable style, it is aimed at beginners […]
NEW YORK, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — HitPaw Edimakor, the AI-powered creative software trusted by a global community of creators, has announced the release of Edimakor V4.4.0, a major upgrade that brings together two advanced models – Wan2.2 and MiniMax-Hailuo-02. This update delivers smoother, more versatile video generation and introduces over 1,000 new full-body avatar templates, giving […]
NEW YORK, N.Y., and GUANGDONG, China /CitizenWire/ — One of the biggest challenges in a long-distance relationship is keeping things fresh. Calls and video chats are great, but they can’t replace a hug or a kiss. As a leader in AI video generation, iMyFone DreamVid – AI Image to Video Generator offers long-distance couples a […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — G4Free today celebrates its 11th anniversary, highlighting over a decade of freedom and innovation. To mark the milestone, the brand is launching its Smoofit Collection, featuring comfortable, versatile pieces inspired by G4Free’s ethos: “Move Free, Feel Free, Go for Free.”
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. /CitizenWire/ — HLA Protein Technologies, Inc. (formerly Pure Protein, LLC) reports that its new manufacturing expansion is positioned to support the Company’s growth. A new product line launch, a strategic investment led by a private investor group; and a corporate rebrand to HLA Protein Technologies, reflects the company’s expanded focus on advanced […]
LANGHORNE, Pa. /CitizenWire/ — Communications strategist Ryan Abramson, founder Oakridge Leaders, has joined the field of higher education in a new role as Director of Strategic Communications at Penn State Lehigh Valley. Abramson brings more than 25 years of experience in marketing, communications, and leadership development to support the University’s mission of student success and […]
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. /CitizenWire/ — Dark Matter Technologies (Dark Matter®), an innovative leader in mortgage technology, today announced a renewed multi-year partnership with Navy Federal Credit Union. The agreement reinforces the credit union’s strategic focus on digital transformation and elevating the member lending experience.
SYOSSET, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — Fluid Metering Inc. is proud to unveil the FENYX+, a next generation pump engineered to meet the growing demands of high-flow fluidic control. As the evolutionary successor to the original FENYX variable dispense pump, the FENYX+ delivers approximately 230% greater flow rates and dispense volumes, setting a new benchmark in chemical […]
CLEVELAND, Ohio /CitizenWire/ — Top mortgage industry webcast The Big Picture, broadcast live every Thursday at 3 p.m. ET, announced its October guest lineup featuring five prominent leaders in mortgage growth strategies, banking and housing market outlooks, affordable lending solutions, housing trends and policy insights, and the future of real estate.
ATLANTA, Ga. /CitizenWire/ — Depth, a leading provider of consultative B2B marketing, public relations and reputation management services for technology companies serving the residential mortgage finance, fintech and regtech industries, today announced its addition of mortgage industry veterans Elizabeth Schroeder, vice president of client services, and Amy Jerina, client services manager, along with former business […]
NEW YORK, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — Novi AI, a leading AI-powered video creation platform under iMyFone, announced the launch of its Web V2.1.0. The update expands Novi AI from desktop and mobile apps to a fully online solution, allowing users to create high-quality videos anytime, anywhere-without downloads. The platform also supports mobile browsers, letting creators start […]
WASHINGTON, D.C. /CitizenWire/ — In a major development for offshore wind oversight and marine environmental protection, the federal government has filed a motion in U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia to remand the Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind Construction and Operations Plan (COP) and Record of Decision (ROD) approvals for the controversial Atlantic Shores […]
SANTA CLARA, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — SecuGen is pleased to announce the immediate availability of the Unity(tm) 20 USB-S, a fully programmable fingerprint reader designed for developers and system integrators who need a platform-agnostic biometric solution.
AUSTIN, Texas /CitizenWire/ — FirstClose™, Inc., a leading fintech provider of data and workflow solutions for mortgage and home equity lenders nationwide, today announced a certified integration with Optimal Blue that connects FirstClose’s point-of-sale (POS) platform to Optimal Blue’s product, pricing and eligibility (PPE) engine. The integration builds on FirstClose’s ability to reduce home equity […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — A groundbreaking new study from The Evolution of Publishing Institute reveals that published authorship creates a dramatic “Author Authority Premium” in professional services, with published authors commanding overwhelmingly higher preference rates, premium fees, and enhanced credibility compared to non-author counterparts with identical qualifications.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. /CitizenWire/ — Stavvy, a leading digital mortgage platform, today announced that PHH Mortgage Corporation, a subsidiary of Onity Group Inc. (NYSE: ONTY), has selected its technology solution to enable fully digital execution of loan modification transactions. The partnership leverages Stavvy’s comprehensive suite of tools, including eSign, remote online notarization (RON), and in-person electronic […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — The abuse of prescription psychotropic drugs has become a global public health issue and, according to the mental health industry watchdog Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR), it is a major factor in the failure of America’s war on drugs. More than 79 million Americans are prescribed psychotropics – […]
BOCA RATON, Fla. /CitizenWire/ — Seniors frustrated with their smartphones finally have a guide written just for them. Anne Goldberg, a 73-year-old tech educator and founder of Savvy Senior Tech LLC, announces the release of her highly anticipated book, “Take This Phone and Shove It! – A Frustrated Senior’s Guide to Smartphones” (ISBN: 979-8992074901).
LOWELL, Mass. /CitizenWire/ — The Lowell Chamber Orchestra (LCO) has announced a new commission from composer Ryan Suleiman, marking another bold step in the ensemble’s mission to champion living artists while keeping classical music accessible to all. Since its founding in 2019, the Lowell Chamber Orchestra has stood out in New England’s arts scene by […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — EaseUS announces a complete backup and migration solution to help users securely protect their data and smoothly upgrade to Windows 11 before Microsoft ends Windows 10 support in October 2025. Unsupported systems face rising security risks and potential downtime.
NEW YORK, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — Pregnantish, the first global media platform dedicated to helping people navigate their fertility, will produce the inaugural World Fertility Awards (WFAs) at The Times Center in NYC on December 1, 2025. With 500+ nominations from every continent except Antarctica, finalists were selected by a global committee and announced today.
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — iMobie Inc., a cutting-edge company focused on digital software solutions, announces the release of FocuSee 2.0, significantly enhancing the popular screen recording software with integrated AI capabilities. The update brings 6 powerful AI features.
CHICAGO, Ill. /CitizenWire/ — Ascribe, a leading provider of real estate valuation and inspection services, has been approved as an Associate Member by the Community Bankers Association of Ohio (CBAO).
ATLANTA, Ga. /CitizenWire/ — Strategic Benefits Advisors, Inc. (SBA) has once again been honored by the Atlanta Business Chronicle as one of Atlanta’s top employee benefits and compensation companies. The 2025 recognition marks the firm’s seventh consecutive year on the list and coincides with its new certification under the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Women-Owned Small […]
DARWIN, Australia /CitizenWire/ — Was Mozart murdered because of a dangerous secret? A shocking new novel by Dr. Martin W. B. Jarvis, “The Other Mozart: The Magic Flute – An Opera to Die For!” (ISBN: 978-1779628961; released through Tellwell Publishing, August 2025), raises bold questions about one of history’s greatest composers – and whether his […]
WASHINGTON, D.C. /CitizenWire/ — Acclaimed economic strategist, entrepreneur, and business speaker Dr. Velma Trayham (who is also President and CEO of the Black Chamber of Arizona) will be a featured speaker at the 20th Annual Arizona National Nonpartisan Brunch, hosted by the HeroZona Foundation. The exclusive event will take place during the Congressional Black Caucus […]
MCLEAN, Va. /CitizenWire/ — By Light Professional IT Services LLC (By Light) today announced it has officially achieved Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2, placing the company among a select group of defense and technology contractors nationwide. While By Light earned this certification for its Security Operations Center (SOC) in July 2025, it now […]
DENVER, Colo. /CitizenWire/ — ACES Quality Management® (ACES), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, today announced the launch of ACES Intelligence, the industry’s first and only AI-powered features for quality control (QC). ACES Intelligence helps ACES customers improve quality, speed and efficiency by enhancing loan reviews, […]
AUSTIN, Texas /CitizenWire/ — Velocity Credit Union, a trusted financial partner for over 75 years, today announced the launch of its refreshed brand, including a new logo, a modernized website, and updated branch locations. The updated look and feel reflects Velocity’s ongoing commitment to innovation, accessibility, and delivering an exceptional, member-first experience both in person […]
CINCINNATI, Ohio /CitizenWire/ — The North Cincinnati community is lacing up for a day of fitness, family, and festivity as Greater Project and Sonder Brewing present the Sonder & Friends Oktoberfest 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at 10 AM. The 5th annual event combines the energy of a road race with the fun […]
NEW YORK, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — iPhone 17 is making people excited, but how to transfer your WhatsApp data to the new one? In this guide from Tenorshare, I’ll walk you through how to transfer your WhatsApp from Android to an iPhone in 5 minutes.
BOULDER, Colo. /CitizenWire/ — Floify, the mortgage industry’s leading point-of-sale (POS) solution, today announced that Genisys Credit Union has selected its platform to streamline mortgage lending workflows and deliver an improved member experience. The partnership reflects Genisys’ focus on flexible technology solutions and Floify’s commitment to supporting credit unions with scalable tools.
