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City University of Hong Kong has reached its highest-ever position in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2027, securing 70th place globally. The university maintained its status as the world leader in industry collaboration while accelerating its climb into the top 50 for research quality.
City University of Hong Kong has reached a career-best 70th position in the latest Times Higher Education World University Rankings, marking a significant ascent in the global academic hierarchy. The institution maintains its dominance in industry collaboration and international integration, securing its place among the world’s elite research universities.
Ahead of World Mental Health Day, ASICS is issuing a formal conservation warning for human movement. New global research reveals a sedentary crisis, with people reporting that 86% of their waking day is spent stationary, a trend that experts warn is fundamentally altering our physical and mental well-being.
Sixteen innovators, artists, and organizations gathered at Tokyo’s Kanze Noh Theater on September 29 to accept the inaugural Premium Japan Award, a new accolade designed to recognize those who preserve and export the nation’s cultural heritage to global audiences.
Toys have emerged as the primary beneficiary of the newly formed U.S.-China Board of Trade, securing a designation as non-sensitive goods. This classification covers approximately $9.8 billion in imports, signaling a potential return to most-favored nation tariff rates for the vast majority of products ahead of the holiday season.
Shareholders of SouthThinking are set to receive $8.00 per share in a deal with Transom Capital Group, but the acquisition faces immediate legal scrutiny. Milwaukee-based Ademi LLP is investigating whether this $159 million transaction undervalues the company and if the board adequately prioritized investor interests over internal gains.
Los Angeles-based technology firm Stand8 is launching a specialized co-development studio, Evoc8, designed to provide gaming companies with elastic engineering and production support. The new entity aims to assist studios in managing the entire project lifecycle, from initial pre-production through to ongoing LiveOps and player engagement.
Vanda Pharmaceuticals has reported success in a pivotal Phase III study for HETLIOZ, showing the drug significantly shifts sleep onset in adults suffering from Delayed Sleep-Wake Phase Disorder. The company now intends to petition the FDA to approve the medication as the first-ever treatment for this chronic circadian condition.
Tyler Jordan was in his twenties when he began suffering from unexplained chest pain and kidney failure, a rapid physical collapse triggered by the very material he spent his days cutting. His story serves as the focal point for a growing crisis: an epidemic of incurable silicosis among countertop workers.
Shareholders of the Cohen & Steers Closed-End Opportunity Fund received notice regarding the composition of the September 30, 2026, distribution. The $0.0870 per share payout draws primarily from net investment income and long-term capital gains, continuing the fund's managed distribution policy aimed at delivering consistent monthly returns.
Shareholders of the Cohen & Steers Total Return Realty Fund received updated guidance regarding the composition of their September 30 distributions. The disclosure highlights that 24% of the current monthly payout originates from a return of capital, a figure that shifts significantly when viewed against the broader fiscal year-to-date performance.
Number-focused: The Cohen & Steers Quality Income Realty Fund has disclosed its distribution breakdown for September 2026, revealing that 92.44% of the $0.09 per share monthly payout is derived from net investment income, while 4.89% originates from a return of capital to shareholders.
Cohen & Steers Infrastructure Fund has released its mandatory Section 19(a) notice, detailing the components of the monthly distribution payable to shareholders on September 30, 2026. The disclosure provides a breakdown of net investment income and capital gains used to fund the $0.165 per share payment.
Cohen & Steers REIT and Preferred and Income Fund (RNP) has notified shareholders of the underlying sources for its September 30, 2026, distribution. Under its managed distribution policy, the fund is currently allocating 100% of its latest $0.1360 per share monthly payout from net investment income.
Palo Alto-based AeroPress is marking National Coffee Day with the launch of its new Walnut collection, featuring a premium brewer and a manual grinder. By incorporating solid, clear-grade walnut into its core hardware, the brand aims to shift its coffee-making tools from hidden kitchen gadgets to countertop centerpieces.
Shareholders of Aberdeen Investments U.S. closed-end funds gathered on September 29, 2026, to elect leadership and weigh in on portfolio policy changes. While Gordon Baird secured his position as a trustee across four funds, a proposal to formalize a fundamental investment-grade credit policy for the Multi-Market Income Fund failed to pass.
The California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals will consolidate its annual event into a five-day summit at the Sheraton Universal Hotel, running from October 14 to 18, 2026. This year's gathering merges treatment, recovery capital, and equity tracks to address systemic challenges within the state's behavioral health network.
As cooler temperatures arrive, Luvme Hair is pivoting its seasonal aesthetic toward richer palettes and softer silhouettes. The brand’s Fall/Winter 2026 collection prioritizes deep, wine-inspired tones and effortless, glueless construction, aiming to simplify the transition between casual daily wear and holiday styling through improved, ready-to-wear human hair designs.
The U.S. Navy has tapped Boeing to develop the F/A-XX, a sixth-generation fighter jet designed to replace the aging fleet of F/A-18 Super Hornets. This multi-billion-dollar award marks a major shift in naval aviation, tasking the manufacturer with integrating advanced open mission systems and extended operational capacity for future combat environments.
Participants with type 2 diabetes and obesity shed an average of 49.6 pounds over 80 weeks in a new Phase 3 trial. The results, presented at the European Association for the Study of Diabetes meeting, suggest that Eli Lilly’s triple hormone receptor agonist could offer a powerful new option for metabolic care.
Ares Management Corporation will disclose its financial results for the third quarter of 2026 on October 29. The announcement precedes the opening of the New York Stock Exchange, followed by a scheduled conference call at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time to review the firm's performance during the period ending September 30.
A striking 95% of viral Korean skincare videos on TikTok feature misleading health claims, according to research presented at the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology Congress 2026. The study highlights a dangerous disconnect between social media trends and clinical safety, as influencers prioritize aesthetic results over professional dermatological guidance.
Rising global temperatures are doing more than taxing respiratory and cardiovascular systems; they are actively altering the landscape of dermatological health. A new study across 136 countries reveals that over 40% of nations now report climate-driven shifts in skin disease, with the heaviest burden falling on lower-income populations.
Nearly 95% of viral TikTok videos promoting Korean skincare and the elusive glass skin aesthetic contain misleading medical claims. Research presented at the 2026 European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology Congress reveals that these popular routines frequently ignore individual skin needs, prioritizing aesthetic trends over basic dermatological safety.
Grammy and Emmy-winning composer Mark Isham is returning to the recording process after a 15-year hiatus, capturing the creation of his latest album, At the Carousel Club, for the upcoming Scientology Network documentary Mark Isham: The Voice Within, which premieres this October.
Two-time IRONMAN All-World Gold Athlete Jani Hirvonen has released his latest book, The Disciplined Executive, which translates the intensity of elite athletic training into a structured roadmap for corporate management. The work marks a strategic expansion of his Sunnyvale-based coaching firm, Uuni LLC, emphasizing deliberate practice over passive advancement.
After seventeen years steering the Virginia Biotechnology Research Partnership Authority, Michael Rao is stepping down as chair. Paul Nolde, a veteran of the state’s venture capital and startup landscape, will take the helm to guide the organization’s ongoing expansion of Richmond’s life sciences infrastructure and innovation ecosystem.
Warehouse employees at the SWF1 facility in Rock Tavern walked off the job today, citing management's persistent refusal to address hazardous working conditions. The strike follows months of ignored safety reports, with workers demanding an end to punitive productivity quotas and dangerous operational practices that have put staff at risk.
Defining the intended use of custom apparel remains the most critical step for businesses before finalizing orders, according to Lexington-based printing expert Adam Norsworthy. From employee uniforms to promotional giveaways, aligning garment materials, sizing, and decoration methods with specific environmental demands ensures both cost-efficiency and brand longevity.
Irving-based energy provider Vistra will disclose its financial and operating performance for the third quarter of 2026 on Friday, November 6. The company plans to host a live conference call and webcast at 10 a.m. ET to discuss the latest results with investors and analysts.