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NEW YORK, N.Y. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Xentra Transport, a same-day courier and B2B logistics company headquartered at 240 W 40th Street in Manhattan, today announced the launch of its on-demand freight service, giving businesses across New York and New Jersey the ability to book a cargo van or box truck for same-day pickup and delivery in just a few clicks.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- When Ani Lalazarian changed careers in 2020, leaving the fashion world to become an energy healer, breathwork facilitator and spiritual guide, she held tight to one conviction: that children and adults all carry a special light within them-they simply need the tools to find it. Now, Dragonfly Dreams Press, LLC is releasing her debut picture book - "Into the Heart of the Forest: A Journey to Love" (ISBN: 979-8218897246 paperback; 979-8218883294 hardcover) - a gorgeously illustrated adventure story that brings those tools directly to the page.

FREDERICK, Md. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- CareopsHQ today officially launches its White Glove Senior Care Program, giving Maryland families a vetted, affordable alternative to traditional home care agencies - and giving hospital discharge planners, social workers, and geriatric care teams a first-of-its-kind referral option they can stand behind.

HOUSTON, Texas /New York Netwire - National News/ -- After last exhibiting in 2016, ViewTech Borescopes will return to the Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) to showcase its latest remote visual inspection technologies from May 4-7 at NRG Park. Highlighting solutions designed to support safer, more efficient inspections in offshore and subsea environments, they will join industry leaders from around the world as they explore innovations shaping the future of energy.

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- COME TOGETHER-A Community for Wine Inc., the mission-driven company behind the Come Over October™ and Share & Pair Sundays™ wine advocacy campaigns, today announced the launch of the second annual Share & Pair Sundays campaign, running May 3 through June 28, 2026. Across nine consecutive Sundays, anchored by Mother's Day, Father's Day and the unofficial start of summer.

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Secured Signing, a global leader in Digital Signature and Remote Online Notarization (RON) technology, recently sat down with industry innovators Tall Poppy Real Estate to discuss the successful, large-scale integration of the Secured Signing API into their core proprietary platform. By embedding high-security digital signatures directly into its internal workflows, Tall Poppy is effectively redefining the benchmarks for transparency, efficiency, and trust within the international real estate market.

GULF BREEZE, Fla. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- What happens when silence protects the wrong person? That's a core question at the heart of "Calling Out the Shadows: A Father's Stand Against the Current" (ISBN: 979-8995335115). Written by Neal Winsomer, it's scheduled for release on June 16, 2026 through Neal Winsomer Publishing LLC.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- The award-winning documentary "Wolf's Message" will begin streaming free on Tubi starting April 29, expanding its reach across international markets including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand; inspired by the best-selling book by acclaimed spiritual teacher and former U.S. Navy Commander Suzanne Giesemann.

DES MOINES, Iowa /New York Netwire - National News/ -- iEmergent, a forecasting and advisory services firm for the financial services, mortgage and real estate industries, has released its analysis of 2025 Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) data in Mortgage MarketSmart. Presented by iEmergent CEO Laird Nossuli, the findings point to a market that is regaining momentum after a prolonged downturn.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- The demand for smarter and more precise AI creative tools is growing fast. Creators today don't just want beautiful images - they want consistency, storytelling, and control across every project. To meet this need, HitPaw Edimakor announces the release of Edimakor V4.9.0, a major upgrade that brings two powerful features: GPT Image 2 and an enhanced Character Library.

NEW YORK AND HONG KONG /New York Netwire - National News/ -- MocPOGO released a new iOS update, including an upgraded POGO Assistant, bringing a more intelligent and streamlined experience to Pokémon GO players. As a widely used Pokemon Go spoofer, MocPOGO continues to expand beyond traditional GPS location changes by integrating tools that support faster gameplay decisions and smoother in-game interaction.

LAS VEGAS, Nev. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Fine jewelry has long been one of the most beloved Mother's Day gifts. It's personal, lasting, and chosen with love. To help find the perfect piece, the American Gem Society (AGS) turned to three AGS member jewelers who are also moms, asking them what trends they are noticing for Mother's Day.

NAPA, Calif. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- WHAT: The Art of Sparkling Wine Pairing: Bubbles & Bites --- Since its debut in 2018, the beloved Bubbles & Bites tasting series has transported Domaine Carneros' guests around the world one menu at a time. From Mexico to Morocco, Spain and the Mediterranean, Southeast Asia and most recently Peru, this celebration of diverse cultural culinary traditions now highlights the vibrant islands of the Caribbean: introducing Bubbles & Bites: Colors of the Caribbean, debuting May 1, 2026.

ATLANTA, Ga. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Down Payment Resource (DPR), the housing industry authority on homeownership program data and solutions, today released its Q1 2026 Homeownership Program Index (HPI) report, identifying 2,679 programs nationwide. This represents a 2% increase from the previous quarter (2,619 programs), reflecting continued expansion of resources designed to improve affordability and access to homeownership.

OMAHA, Neb. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- US Farm Vision has introduced a data collaboration framework that addresses a critical challenge in the grain industry: identifying untapped market potential while maintaining strict data privacy. Developed in partnership with Innovative Grain and Gate 39, the model enables grain elevators, cooperatives, and processors to combine multiple data sources and analytical capabilities without requiring them to expose farmer relationships or operational data.

NEW YORK AND HONG KONG /New York Netwire - National News/ -- FliFlik, a rising innovator in high-efficiency multimedia solutions, officially announces the latest feature update to its flagship software, FliFlik UltConv Video Compressor. It provides users with a professional yet effortless way on how to compress a video for free, ensuring that large media files are ready for storage saving and fast sharing.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- This Mother's Day, from April 24 to May 13, 2026, HitPaw, the global leader in AI-powered creative tools for video, photo, and audio generation, enhancement and editing, celebrates moms with heartfelt creativity and exclusive savings of up to 50% off. Whether creating family videos or restoring old photos, HitPaw helps turn moments with Mom into unforgettable memories.

LONG BEACH, Calif. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- The Long Beach Post and Long Beach Business Journal, two of the city's most trusted independent news outlets, are joining The LA Local, a nonprofit news organization dedicated to building and supporting community-centered newsrooms across Los Angeles County. By joining The LA Local, the Post and Business Journal gain access to added resources, collaboration with other outlets serving the area and regional reporting capacity.

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Doherty Enterprises-owned Applebee's® Neighborhood Grill & Bar restaurants in New York City and Westchester County, NY are proud to announce the winners of the 10th annual Above and 'BEE'yond Teacher Essay Contest, recognizing outstanding educators nominated by their students.

JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Industrial SalesLeads tracked 66 food and beverage capital investment projects in March 2026 across more than 25 U.S. states and Canada. From a $125 million meat processing renovation by Carl Buddig & Company to mid-market upgrades in the $1-$10 million range, this month's data reflects broad and sustained investment spanning breweries, bakeries, meat processors, seafood companies, and specialty food manufacturers.