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BUCHAREST, Romania--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Grandmaster (GM) Vincent Keymer from Germany captured the title at the Super Chess Classic Romania, first-place after defeating Jorden van Foreest in the only decisive game of the ninth and final round to avoid a playoff. The victory marks Keymer’s first tournament win in a classical event on the 2026 Grand Chess Tour (GCT) during his debut appearance as a full tour player on the circuit. For this victory, Keymer earned a total of $131,250, which included hi...

PARIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The 2026 China-Europe Seminar on Human Rights was held in Paris, France, on May 21. The event was jointly hosted by the China Society for Human Rights Studies and the Academy of Overseas Sciences, France. More than 150 representatives from over 20 countries and international organizations attended and held in-depth discussions on the theme “The Future of Human Rights under an Evolving International Order.” Shen Gang, Minister Counselor at the Chinese Embassy in France, s...

SAN MATEO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Presto and USA Cares launch Memorial Day campaign to help support veteran families at select Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s drive-thrus nationwide....

BINGHAMTON, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Avangrid Foundation, the philanthropic arm of leading energy company Avangrid Inc., a member of the Iberdrola Group, today announced its support for the Binghamton Philharmonic’s upcoming educational event for the 2026-2027 season, “Sophia at the Symphony,” a performance designed for students in grades 3-8. “At Avangrid, we believe strong communities are built through meaningful investments in education and culture,” said Avangrid CEO Jose Antonio Miranda....

SALT LAKE CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sinclair Oil (Sinclair), an HF Sinclair (NYSE: DINO) brand, announced today DINO-Venture, a nine-city road trip celebrating the brand’s 110th anniversary and the U.S. summer road trip tradition. From May 22 through June 15, Sinclair’s beloved green DINO will travel more than 3,000 miles across the West with a custom LED mobile truck, visiting Sinclair stations, distributor partners and the communities that have fueled the brand’s journey since 1916. “For 110 yea...

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Center for Enriched Living collaborated in a volunteer initiative alongside the SBB Research Group Foundation, which partners with local nonprofits through its Champion A Charity Program. The Center for Enriched Living (CEL) provides programs and services that empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to lead meaningful, connected lives. During a recent volunteer event held in Lincolnshire, Illinois, Foundation volunteers supported one of...

ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Witness to War, dedicated to preserving the oral histories of combat veterans through video interviews, observes Memorial Day & celebrates 25 years....

ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As conversations around mental health take center stage this May, Boys & Girls Clubs of America is strengthening its commitment to youth mental wellness through expanded trauma‑informed practices across its nationwide network. The effort ensures more young people have access to trusted adults, safe environments, and the critical supports they need to thrive. Serving more than 4 million youth annually through over 5,500 Club sites, Boys & Girls Clubs meet young...

CULVER CITY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ImmunityBio, Inc. (NASDAQ: IBRX), a commercial-stage immunotherapy company, today announced new survey data highlighting the diverse treatment preferences and decision-making priorities of patients with Bacillus Calmette–Guérin (BCG)-unresponsive high-risk non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC). The findings were presented at the International Society for Pharmacoeconomics and Outcomes Research (ISPOR) 2026, May 17–20, 2026, at the Pennsylvania Conventi...

DIXON, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--First Northern Bank is proud to announce that President and Chief Executive Officer Jeremiah Smith has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Sierra College Foundation. The Sierra College Foundation supports student success and educational advancement through scholarships, programs, and community partnerships that help create opportunities for students throughout the region. As a member of the Board of Directors, Smith will help support the Foundation’s...