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HealthConnect One Brings Birth Equity Focus to Oak Bluffs

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HealthConnect One Brings Birth Equity Focus to Oak Bluffs

Actress Naturi Naughton and HealthConnect One will gather doulas, birth workers, and local families at the Barn Bowl & Bistro on August 25. This luncheon serves as the opening event for Black Breastfeeding Week, highlighting the role of community-based support in closing racial gaps in maternal and infant health.

Money Talk·Aug 7
Domenic Cervoni Joins Greenberg Traurig’s New York Litigation Team

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Domenic Cervoni Joins Greenberg Traurig’s New York Litigation Team

Greenberg Traurig has recruited Domenic Cervoni as a shareholder in its New York financial services litigation practice. Arriving from Troutman Pepper Locke LLP, Cervoni brings a decade of experience as associate general counsel at HSBC, specializing in high-stakes regulatory and investor-driven disputes for global banking institutions.

Contra Costa County Teamsters Set Strike Date for August 19

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Contra Costa County Teamsters Set Strike Date for August 19

More than 2,000 Contra Costa County employees are prepared to walk off the job on August 19. Represented by Teamsters Local 856, workers across 250 job classifications—ranging from nursing to maintenance—voted to strike after months of stalled negotiations over pay equity and cost of living adjustments.

Money Talk·Aug 7
Dover Corporation Lifts Quarterly Dividend for 71st Consecutive Year

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Dover Corporation Lifts Quarterly Dividend for 71st Consecutive Year

Dover Corporation shareholders will see their quarterly payouts rise to 52.5 cents per share, as the Downers Grove-based manufacturer officially extended its streak of annual dividend increases to seven decades. The latest adjustment represents a half-cent boost over the previous distribution, maintaining a long-standing pattern of capital returns.

Money Talk·Aug 7
GPGI Investors Face September Deadline in Securities Class Action

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GPGI Investors Face September Deadline in Securities Class Action

Investors who acquired GPGI, Inc. stock between November 3, 2025, and May 6, 2026, have until September 15, 2026, to seek appointment as lead plaintiff in a pending securities fraud lawsuit. The litigation targets alleged misrepresentations regarding the company’s acquisition of Husky Technologies Limited.

Brian McClintock Named Interim CEO of Fusion Connect

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Brian McClintock Named Interim CEO of Fusion Connect

Fusion Connect’s board of directors has named Chief Financial Officer Brian McClintock as interim CEO, effective immediately. He replaces Bill Wignall, who departs the Atlanta-based managed communications firm after a two-year tenure to pursue other interests, leaving the company to navigate a period of high market demand for its cloud services.

First Horizon Earns Spot on Memphis Best Places to Work List

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First Horizon Earns Spot on Memphis Best Places to Work List

Employees at First Horizon have secured the bank a place on the Memphis Business Journal’s annual list of top workplaces. The designation, which highlights large companies in the region, marks the fifth time the financial institution has been recognized for its internal culture and professional environment.

Money Talk·Aug 7
KKR Finalizes Equity Investment in Crowe Advisory

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KKR Finalizes Equity Investment in Crowe Advisory

A strategic infusion of capital from KKR has officially closed, marking a pivotal expansion for Crowe Advisory LLC. The deal splits the firm’s operational structure, allowing the advisory arm to leverage private equity backing while the legacy CPA firm maintains its independent audit and attest functions.

Havertys Furniture Declares Dividend and Authorizes $15 Million Buyback

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Havertys Furniture Declares Dividend and Authorizes $15 Million Buyback

The Atlanta-based home furnishings retailer Haverty Furniture Companies will distribute a cash dividend to shareholders this September, marking a continuous streak of annual payouts since 1935. Simultaneously, the company's board has greenlit a fresh $15 million stock repurchase program to be executed through open market or private transactions.

Hillsborough County Launches Nation’s First EMS Whole Blood Drone Program

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Hillsborough County Launches Nation’s First EMS Whole Blood Drone Program

In a move to slash response times for severe trauma, Hillsborough County Fire Rescue and Tampa General Hospital have deployed a drone-based whole blood delivery system. Orchestrated by Archer First Response Systems, the initiative covers an initial 70-square-mile area, aiming to deliver life-saving blood supplies to accident scenes within three minutes.

Money Talk·Aug 7
Lemonade CFO to Outline Strategy at Oppenheimer Technology Conference

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Lemonade CFO to Outline Strategy at Oppenheimer Technology Conference

Lemonade Chief Financial Officer Tim Bixby will address investors at the Oppenheimer 29th Annual Technology, Internet & Communications Conference on August 12. During the virtual event, scheduled for 1:15 pm ET, Bixby is set to discuss the insurance firm’s operational model and financial trajectory in a series of one-on-one sessions.

Intuit Investors Face September Deadline for Securities Fraud Lawsuit

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Intuit Investors Face September Deadline for Securities Fraud Lawsuit

Investors who purchased Intuit Inc. securities between August 22, 2025, and May 20, 2026, have until September 8, 2026, to seek appointment as lead plaintiff in a class action lawsuit. The litigation claims the company misled shareholders regarding its competitive standing and the sustainability of its business model.

Money Talk·Aug 7
AMTD IDEA Faces NYSE Delisting Risk After Share Price Slump

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AMTD IDEA Faces NYSE Delisting Risk After Share Price Slump

AMTD IDEA Group has received formal notification from the New York Stock Exchange that its American depositary shares no longer meet minimum price requirements. The exchange flagged the company after its stock failed to maintain the mandatory US$1.00 closing price threshold over a consecutive 30-day trading period.

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IM Cannabis Secures $250,000 in Convertible Note Financing

IM Cannabis Corp. has closed a US$250,000 private placement with an institutional investor, opting for a non-cash convertible note structure to bolster its general corporate operations. The agreement, finalized on August 6, 2026, marks the latest move by the medical cannabis firm to navigate its ongoing capital requirements.

Harvard Geneticist David Sinclair Launches Science Media Platform Lifespan

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Harvard Geneticist David Sinclair Launches Science Media Platform Lifespan

Harvard Medical School professor and longevity researcher Dr. David Sinclair has launched Lifespan, a digital platform designed to provide evidence-based reporting on the biology of aging. Unveiled during an appearance on The Joe Rogan Experience, the initiative aims to bridge the gap between complex laboratory breakthroughs and public health understanding.

Money Talk·Aug 7
Paramount Skydance Extends Debt Offer Deadlines Again

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Paramount Skydance Extends Debt Offer Deadlines Again

Paramount Skydance Corporation has pushed back the expiration dates for its ongoing cash tender and exchange offers until August 21, 2026, marking the seventh such extension as the company continues to align its debt restructuring with the timeline of its pending acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Star Holdings Posts $41.4 Million Profit Driven by Non-Cash Gains

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Star Holdings Posts $41.4 Million Profit Driven by Non-Cash Gains

New York-based real estate firm Star Holdings reported a net income of $41.4 million for the second quarter of 2026, translating to $3.43 per share. The bottom line was significantly bolstered by a $29.3 million mark-to-market adjustment on its investment in Safehold Inc. shares and a separate lease-related asset surrender.

Money Talk·Aug 7
Tripadvisor CFO Mike Noonan to Headline Upcoming Investor Conferences

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Tripadvisor CFO Mike Noonan to Headline Upcoming Investor Conferences

Tripadvisor CFO Mike Noonan is scheduled to represent the company at two major investor events this year, signaling a push for continued engagement with the financial community. The executive will conduct virtual meetings and in-person discussions to address the company’s strategic trajectory within the travel and experience technology sectors.

Money Talk·Aug 7
Biglari Holdings Reports Second Quarter Earnings Growth

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Biglari Holdings Reports Second Quarter Earnings Growth

A 13.8% surge in same-store sales at Steak n Shake highlights the second quarter of 2026 for San Antonio-based Biglari Holdings Inc. The conglomerate reported net earnings of $39.9 million for the period, balancing gains from its diverse portfolio against the volatility inherent in its investment activities.

USPS Reports Third Quarter Loss as Liquidity Crisis Persists

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USPS Reports Third Quarter Loss as Liquidity Crisis Persists

The U.S. Postal Service narrowed its quarterly losses to $2.5 billion for the period ending June 30, 2026, marking a slight improvement over the $3.1 billion deficit reported a year prior. Despite increased revenue and tighter cost management, the agency warns that its underlying fiscal structure remains fundamentally unstable.

Money Talk·Aug 7
Grati-Tractor Tour Brings Nationwide Farmer Appreciation to State Fairs

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Grati-Tractor Tour Brings Nationwide Farmer Appreciation to State Fairs

A working family tractor is currently traversing the American Midwest, serving as a mobile monument to agricultural labor. Known as the Grati-Tractor, the vehicle is collecting one million messages of gratitude for farmers at major state fairs, bridging the gap between urban consumers and the people who sustain them.

Money Talk·Aug 7
Investors Face August Deadline in Insulet Corporation Fraud Lawsuit

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Investors Face August Deadline in Insulet Corporation Fraud Lawsuit

Investors who purchased Insulet Corporation securities between February 21, 2025, and May 26, 2026, have until August 31, 2026, to file as lead plaintiffs in a pending securities class action. The lawsuit alleges the medical device manufacturer misled shareholders regarding the integrity of its internal manufacturing controls.

Money Talk·Aug 7
Happiest Baby Recalls XS and XL SNOO Sacks Over Regulatory Gaps

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Happiest Baby Recalls XS and XL SNOO Sacks Over Regulatory Gaps

Parents are being urged to stop using and discard extra-small and extra-large SNOO Sacks following a regulatory review by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The agency determined these specific sizes were marketed without the necessary premarket authorization required for the company’s smart sleeper accessories.

Investors Face August 28 Deadline in Genius Group Securities Lawsuit

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Investors Face August 28 Deadline in Genius Group Securities Lawsuit

Investors who incurred losses exceeding $100,000 while trading Genius Group Limited securities between April 2022 and May 2025 are being urged to step forward. A class action lawsuit alleges that defendants engaged in illicit market manipulation, with the court-mandated deadline to serve as lead plaintiff set for August 28, 2026.

Money Talk·Aug 7
Muscogee Creek Nation Secures $400,000 for Okemah Housing Project

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Muscogee Creek Nation Secures $400,000 for Okemah Housing Project

A $400,000 grant from FHLBank Topeka, sponsored by BancFirst, will fund a 60-unit rental development in Okemah. The project targets low-income families within the Muscogee Creek Nation, addressing a severe housing shortage that currently leaves more than 500 households waiting for stable, affordable options in Okfuskee County.

AI as a Training Tool: New Research Explores Empathy in Psychotherapy

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AI as a Training Tool: New Research Explores Empathy in Psychotherapy

Can generative artificial intelligence serve as a consistent training ground for human empathy? At the 2026 American Psychological Association convention, Dr. Rodney Luster presented pilot findings examining whether AI-facilitated personas could help individuals practice perspective-taking, emotional labeling, and repair-oriented communication in a controlled, repeatable environment.

David Cummins Takes Helm as TSA Administrator

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David Cummins Takes Helm as TSA Administrator

Sworn in following Senate confirmation, David Cummins assumes leadership of the Transportation Security Administration. He inherits a workforce of 60,000 and the mandate to secure over 430 U.S. airports, operating under the direction of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin to modernize the nation's transit infrastructure.

California Drivers Can Bypass DMV Lines at Authorized Insurance Offices

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California Drivers Can Bypass DMV Lines at Authorized Insurance Offices

California drivers seeking to avoid long DMV queues can now process vehicle registration transactions through specific licensed insurance offices acting as state business partners. Expert Oscar Salas notes that these locations provide a streamlined alternative for renewals, title transfers, and immediate issuance of registration stickers or license plates.