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BOSTON, MA / ACCESS Newswire / February 23, 2026 / Bioxytran, Inc. (OTCQB:BIXT), a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing breakthrough antiviral treatments, today announced it has initiated a research collaboration with the University of Georgia (UGA) as part of a $100M grant to explore the efficacy of its lead drug candidate in blocking the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) H5N1 virus, commonly known as bird flu.

VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / February 23, 2026 / North Shore Uranium Ltd. (TSX-V:NSU) ("North Shore" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has filed a Minimal Impact Exploration Operation Permit Application (the "Permit Application") for its Rio Puerco uranium project in the Grants Uranium District of northwestern New Mexico ("Rio Puerco" or the "Project"). In addition, the Company has staked 19 new mining claims (the "New Claims") at the Project and is continuing to prepare for its 2026 drill program now scheduled to commence in May 2026.

HOUSTON, TX / ACCESS Newswire / February 23, 2026 / Barnwell Industries, Inc. (NYSE American:BRN) today reported financial results for its first quarter ended December 31, 2025. For the quarter, the Company had revenue from continuing operations of $2,746,000 and a net loss from continuing operations of $1,412,000 or $0.13 per share. In the prior year quarter ended December 31, 2024, the Company reported revenue from continuing operations of $3,934,000 and a net loss from continuing operations of $1,600,000 or $0.16 per share. The Company remains debt free and ended the quarter with $1,826,000 in working capital, including $3,622,000 in cash and cash equivalents.

VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / February 23, 2026 / Gamma Resources Ltd. (TSX-V:GAMA)(OTCPK:MLLOF)(FRA:MRDN) ("Gamma" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has formally submitted a Notice of Intent ("NOI") to the U.S. Forest Service ("USFS") for a proposed exploration drilling program at its Mesa Arc Uranium Project, located in New Mexico Forest Service.

Stewart Law Offices Earns Prestigious 2026 Best Law Firms Ranking - A Firm That Stands With the Injured Every Step of the Way

Red Carpet Gala at Bella Vida Ballroom to Support Arts and Music Education Through the Oksana Foundation.

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GUELPH, ONTARIO / ACCESS Newswire / February 23, 2026 / Consumer Choice Award is pleased to announce the 2026 award recipients in the Guelph and Centre Welington region. These businesses have been meticulously selected through independent market research, reflecting their commitment to excellence and unparalleled service in their city. Consumer Choice Award celebrates those who have consistently set the benchmark for quality and customer satisfaction. Congratulations to the 2026 Guelph Consumer Choice Award Winners.

WEST PALM BEACH, FLA. / ACCESS Newswire / February 23, 2026 / U.S. Polo Assn., the official sports brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), proudly supported the 2026 U.S. Open Women's Polo Championship®, which concluded on February 15 at the USPA National Polo Center (NPC) in Wellington, Florida, on the iconic U.S. Polo Assn. Stadium Field. Widely regarded as the most prestigious women's polo tournament in the United States, the championship brought together the sport's top athletes for three weeks of elite competition at the heart of American polo.

ROCK HILL, SC / ACCESS Newswire / February 23, 2026 / TaxBandits, an IRS-authorized e-file provider, expanded its IRS Forms 1042 and 1042-S support to assist withholding agents preparing for the upcoming filing deadline on March 16, 2026.

Agricultural Adjuvant Market Industry Growth Fueled by 6.0% CAGR, Shift to Sustainable Formulations, and Heightened Demand for Enhanced Crop Protection Efficacy

Global dog food market growth is driven by premium nutrition, regulatory compliance, functional formulations, and rising demand for science-backed canine diets.

PRSSA Nevada Bateman Team brings practical media tools to rural and community colleges

Scholarship empowers UF students through financial support, professional mentorship and lifelong community

Opt Real Estate Recognized as the Best Brokerage in Portland, OR, with Hands-On Mentorship, Transaction Support, and Transparent Economics

Rising industrial automation, expansion of heavy manufacturing, and the shift toward high-performance synthetic lubricants are reshaping long-term market dynamics.

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA / ACCESS Newswire / February 23, 2026 / Dynamite Blockchain Corp. (the "Company" or "Dynamite") (CSE:KAS)(OTC:CRYBF) is pleased to provide an update on its Masters of Trivia utility token ("MOT"), specifically the launch of its upcoming milestone global tournament.

ROTTERDAM, NL / ACCESS Newswire / February 23, 2026 / Intercompany Solutions, a Rotterdam-based consultancy specializing in Dutch company formation and corporate compliance for international entrepreneurs, today released a 2025 snapshot summarizing the types of startups incorporated through its services. Based on a review of all startups formed via Intercompany Solutions during the period covered, the firm reports that 25% of newly incorporated client startups were classified as operating in high-tech fields.

This newest Germany-focused report shares KRITIS-grade security and resilience requirements, administrative backbone replacement risk, and cloud-sovereignty expectations shaping acute-care HIS/KIS decisions for 2026-2030.

HOUSTON, TX / ACCESS Newswire / February 23, 2026 / Texas Gulf Bancshares, Inc. (the "Company"), parent company of Texas Gulf Bank, N.A. (the "Bank"), today announced the appointment of Steve Thompson as President and Chief Executive Officer of Texas Gulf Bank. The appointment follows a comprehensive executive search conducted in partnership with Chartwell Partners.

Military Leadership, Executive-Level Marketing Expertise, and Local Roots Drive Results for Buyers and Sellers Across Worcester County.

PRILLY, / ACCESS Newswire / February 23, 2026 / Swiss technology company SICPA secured a landmark traceability contract, in partnership with Spectra Systems Corporation's subsidiary, Cartor Security Printers (Cartor), reinforcing its global leadership in secure track and trace (T&T) technology. The program will deliver robust traceability solutions to His Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC) for vape products in the United Kingdom.

Premiumization, wellness-driven demand, and sustainable wax innovations fuel steady growth across global home fragrance markets

Alcohol packaging growth is driven by premiumization, sustainability, and innovation, as brands shift to high-value, eco-friendly, and visually distinctive solutions.

NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / February 23, 2026 / As alternative lending continues to expand within the modern financial landscape, many business owners remain hesitant to leverage it due to lingering misconceptions. According to Critical Financing Inc, these outdated perceptions may be preventing companies from accessing strategic funding solutions designed to support growth, flexibility, and operational resilience.

VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / February 23, 2026 / Apex Critical Metals Corp. ("Apex" or the "Company") (CSE:APXC)(OTCQX:APXCF)(FWB:KL9) is pleased to announce that it has been accepted into the U.S. Defense Industrial Base Consortium ("DIBC"), a U.S. Department of Defense-supported initiative focused on accelerating collaboration between industry, academia, and government to advance technologies and supply chains critical to U.S. national security.

HONG KONG, HK / ACCESS Newswire / February 23, 2026 / The Hong Kong Gold Exchange (HKGX) held its Chinese New Year market opening ceremony today. Attendees included, Mr Joseph H. L. Chan, Under Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury of Hong Kong SAR, Dr. Cheung Haywood, Chairman of HKGX and Mr. Gavin Zhao, Chief Product and Technology Officer of AGTech Holdings Limited (AGTech, HKEX stock code: 8279) backed by Alibaba Group.

LONDON, UK / ACCESS Newswire / February 23, 2026 / The Company announces that on 20 February 2026 it purchased the following number of its ordinary shares of 20340/399pence each through Goldman Sachs International ("GSI") on the London Stock Exchange in accordance with the authority granted by shareholders at the Company's Annual General Meeting on 8 May 2025 (the "Purchase"). The Purchase was effected pursuant to instructions issued by the Company on 17 February 2026, as announced on 17 February 2026.

THIS ANNOUNCEMENT CONTAINS INSIDE INFORMATION AS STIPULATED UNDER THE UK VERSION OF THE MARKET ABUSE REGULATION NO 596/2014 WHICH IS PART OF ENGLISH LAW BY VIRTUE OF THE EUROPEAN (WITHDRAWAL) ACT 2018, AS AMENDED. ON PUBLICATION OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT VIA A REGULATORY INFORMATION SERVICE, THIS INFORMATION IS CONSIDERED TO BE IN THE PUBLIC DOMAIN.

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Partnership Seeks to Empower Tech Professionals with Tailored Job Placement and Accelerated Career Growth. Transforming the Tech Job Market: How Tolulope Michael and NexTechJobs Are Shaping Career Success for Tech Professionals

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AMSTERDAM, NL / ACCESS Newswire / February 22, 2026 / Golivea, a Netherlands-based wellness and technology company, has unveiled a comprehensive digital ecosystem designed to enhance transparency, performance intelligence, and structural accountability within Europe's evolving direct selling landscape.

SAN FRANCISCO, CA / ACCESS Newswire / February 22, 2026 / As spatial computing and immersive digital environments become integral to North American enterprise operations, the demand for scalable, high-fidelity 3D asset generation continues to reshape development pipelines. Addressing the critical bottleneck between conceptual design and deployed 3D geometry, Tripo AI today announced the expanded deployment of its generative infrastructure across the US market, concurrent with the adoption of its Tripo 3.0 framework by major industry clients. By focusing on algorithmic geometric precision and interactive topology control, the company is standardizing how digital creators and developers integrate automated 3D workflows into commercial applications.

A new app is bridging ancient Ayurvedic food science with modern dietary preferences - and the results may redefine personalized nutrition.

LOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESS Newswire / February 22, 2026 / Seedance2ai.online released its Seedance 2.0 video creation platform with a pointed message for the market: AI video generation is a production tool, not a copyright infringement machine. The platform offers Seedance AI text-to-video and image-to-video generation to global creators, with commercial licensing, watermark-free output, and workflows designed around original content - not celebrity deepfakes.

NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / February 22, 2026 / Jupiter, Florida, is an active community with lots of outdoor festivals and a multi-generational focus on health and wellness. Whether you are a student preparing for a new semester or a retiree spending mornings with a four-legged friend at Jupiter Dog Beach, keeping yourself in good physical shape is important to enjoying everything northern Palm Beach County has to offer.

U.S. consumers increasingly seek science-backed, streamlined routines as brands spotlight functional actives in modern cosmetic formulations

In an era where many online retailers rely on automated chatbots, limited support hours, and mass-market approaches, MCS Gearup is proving that human-centered customer service still matters.

SAN FRANCISCO, CA / ACCESS Newswire / February 21, 2026 / There's a shift happening in the business world, and it's bigger than most people think. For a long time, entrepreneurship meant starting something from scratch. New idea. New brand. New everything. But today, more people are asking a different question: why build from zero when you can buy something already working?

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BEACHWOOD, OH / ACCESS Newswire / February 21, 2026 / Five years ago, paying a contractor in Manila from a company headquartered in Texas meant a wire transfer that took three to five business days, passed through multiple correspondent banks, and arrived lighter by 6% or more in fees. The contractor had no say in the matter. The employer had no alternative. That was just how international payroll worked.It doesn't work that way anymore.

Nine-act lineup spans two nights at Detroit's historic Roostertail venue July 17-18 - General Admission and VIP tickets available at yachtrockdetroit.com

VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / February 20, 2026 / Redwood AI Corp. (CSE:AIRX)(Frankfurt:Y0N)(WKN: A422EZ) (the "Company") announces that it has engaged MCS Market Communication Service GmbH (business address: Saarlandstraße 28 58511 Lüdenscheid, Germany, email: info@mcsmarket.de; telephone: +491772481220; and website: www.mcsmarket.de) ("MCS") for the provision of a range of online marketing services, including campaign creation, production of marketing materials, as well as research and analytics (the "Services"). The Services are expected to run until April 20, 2026, or budget exhaustion. The Company has paid MCS CAD 1,000,000 as consideration for its services. No securities have been provided to MCS or its principals as compensation for the Services. The Services will be executed via digital channels, including Google Ads and native advertising.

As artificial intelligence reshapes labor markets and enterprise productivity, Herbatschek outlines sector-specific impact models for automotive, healthcare and field service industries

This news release constitutes a "designated news release" for the purposes of the Company's amended and restated prospectus supplement dated November 18, 2025, to its short form base shelf prospectus dated May 15, 2025.

ATLANTA, GA / ACCESS Newswire / February 20, 2026 / Haverty Furniture Companies, Inc. (NYSE:HVT)(NYSE:HVT.A) ("Havertys" or the "Company") today announced that its Board of Directors declared a cash dividend to be paid on the outstanding shares of the two classes of $1 par value common stock of the Company at a rate of $0.33 per share on the common stock and $0.31 per share on the Class A common stock. The dividend is payable on March 25, 2026, to stockholders of record at the close of business on March 10, 2026. Havertys has paid a cash dividend each year since 1935.

VANCOUVER, BC AND BREDA, THE NETHERLANDS / ACCESS Newswire / February 20, 2026 / Organto Foods Incorporated (TSXV:OGO)(OTCQX:OGOFF)(FSE:OGF0) ("Organto" or the "Company") is pleased to report that, further to its news releases dated January 2, 2026 and January 19, 2026 regarding its early warrant exercise incentive program (the "Incentive Program"), the Company has now completed the Incentive Program. The Company will now issue 7,760,000 common shares for aggregate gross proceeds of $5,820,000 from the exercise of 7,760,000 previously issued and outstanding common share purchase warrants (the "Warrants").

LIMA, OH / ACCESS Newswire / February 20, 2026 / What does it take to earn over 400 five-star reviews in an industry where trust is everything? For Tyler Sutton of Lima, Ohio, the answer lies not in flashy marketing campaigns or aggressive sales tactics, but in a relentless commitment to treating every customer like family.

PHILADELPHIA, PA / ACCESS Newswire / February 20, 2026 / Datavault AI Inc. (NASDAQ:DVLT) ("Datavault AI" or the "Company"), a provider of data monetization, credentialing, digital engagement, and real-world asset tokenization technologies, today announced that its board of directors (the "Datavault Board") has changed the distribution dates for both the (i) previously announced dividend (the "Warrant Distribution") of warrants (the "Warrants") to purchase shares of Datavault AI common stock, par value $0.0001 per share (the "Common Stock"), to eligible record holders ("Record Holders") of Common Stock and other equity securities of Datavault AI and (ii) previously announced dividend (the "Coin Distribution" and, together with the Warrant Distribution, the "Distributions") of Dream Bowl Meme Coin II ("Dream Bowl Meme Coin II") tokens to Record Holders, to February 27, 2026 (the "Distribution Date"), from February 23, 2026 (with respect to the Warrant Distribution) and February 21, 2026 (with respect to the Coin Distribution). The record date for each of the Distributions remains January 7, 2026 (the "Record Date").

MoltCure sits down with caretakers at Ichikawa City Zoo following the heartbreaking passing of Punch-kun, the abandoned baby macaque who went viral for carrying an IKEA stuffed orangutan as his only companion

BEVERLY HILLS, CA / ACCESS Newswire / February 20, 2026 / Brooks Brothers, America's longest-established retailer, and Gold House, the leading cultural ecosystem uniting, investing in, and championing Asian Pacific creators and companies, are bringing their annual Lunar New Year celebration to Los Angeles with an intimate dinner at MR. CHOW Beverly Hills this year.

FRANKLIN, IN / ACCESS Newswire / February 20, 2026 / IBC Advanced Alloys Corp. ("IBC" or the "Company") (TSXV:IB)(OTCQB:IAALF) announces that it has closed on initial funding under the previously announced convertible security funding agreement (the "Agreement") with Lind Global Fund III, LP, managed by The Lind Partners, LLC, a New York based institutional fund manager (together, the "Investor" or "Lind").

AUSTIN, TX / ACCESS Newswire / February 20, 2026 / Texas Protax, LLC today announced record client results for the 2025 appraisal protest season, securing nearly $6 billion in total property value assessment reductions with an average tax saving of $3,418. The firm also opened booking for 20256 appraisal protest representation for residential and commercial property owners across Central Texas and the Greater Houston Area.

New Endorsed Activity Opens Doors for FFA Members to Develop Communication and Sales Skills Through Competitive Auctioneering

BROOMFIELD, CO / ACCESS Newswire / February 20, 2026 / In 2024, SkyRun Vacation Rentals celebrated 20 years in the vacation rental management industry. For the previous two decades, the company remained dedicated to a disciplined, brick by brick, approach to organic growth. SkyRun survived recessions, real estate volatility, and the death of one of the two original founders. More than that, they did so without accepting a dollar of foreign investment or a dime from Silicon Valley. In 2026, SkyRun is positioned for continued growth, while never losing the shared commitment of its original founders: "keep the main thing, the main thing: making memories for our guests and providing value to our homeowners."

VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / February 20, 2026 / Lithium South Development Corporation (the "Company" or "Lithium South") (TSX-V:LIS)(OTCQB:LISMF)(Frankfurt:OGPQ) is pleased to announce the results of its annual general and special meeting (the "Meeting") of securityholders held on February 19, 2026.

ORLANDO, FL / ACCESS Newswire / February 20, 2026 / RedChip Companies will air interviews with Foremost Clean Energy Ltd. (NASDAQ:FMST)(CSE:FAT) and Avalon Advanced Materials Inc. (OTCQB:AVLNF)(TSX:AVL) on the RedChip Small Stocks, Big Money™ show, a sponsored program on Bloomberg TV this Saturday, February 21, at 7 p.m. Eastern Time (ET). Bloomberg TV is available in an estimated 73 million homes across the U.S.

PAYSON, UTAH / ACCESS Newswire / February 20, 2026 / WorkMax, a leading construction workforce management platform and part of Foundation Software's product portfolio, has published an overview of its integration with FOUNDATION construction accounting software.

Grant Enhances National Transportation and Logistics as Starbucks FoodShare Marks 10 Years

Robert Massimi of Upper Saddle River, NJ is urging communities to protect theater, arts education, and creative spaces that strengthen society.

Centerline Mechanical Named the Best Furnace Installer in Hopedale, MA, Mass Save Support, and a 12-Year Labor Warranty

Award wins and strategic innovation position the company for continued national expansion

Centerline Mechanical Named the Best HVAC Company in Hopkinton, MA, With One-Stop HVAC + Electrical Service, Mass Save Heat Pump Expertise, and a 12-Year Labor Warranty

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NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / February 20, 2026 / OpenClawd AI today announced an updated release of its managed deployment platform for OpenClaw, the open-source AI assistant formerly known as Clawdbot and Moltbot. The release follows a turbulent week for the OpenClaw ecosystem - its creator Peter Steinberger joined OpenAI on February 14, and the project is now transitioning to an independent open-source foundation.

Diamond award winners have won the Best of Staffing award for at least 5 years in a row, consistently earning industry-leading satisfaction scores from clients and placed talent.

NEWTON, NC / ACCESS Newswire / February 20, 2026 / The Board of Directors of Peoples Bancorp of North Carolina, Inc., Newton, NC (Nasdaq:PEBK) declared the Company's regular cash dividend for the first quarter of 2026 in the amount of $0.21 per share. The first quarter cash dividend will be paid on March 16, 2026 to shareholders of record on March 4, 2026.

Recognition Signals Growth Partners Arizona's Strengthening Balance Sheet, Scalable Capital Model, and Statewide Economic Impact

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS / ACCESS Newswire / February 20, 2026 / Aircraft Engine Lease Finance Inc. (AELF), a leading US-based commercial aircraft lessor, announced the addition of Todd Freeman and Madhu Vijay to its Board of Directors, and the promotion of Joe Cirillo to President, adding to his role as Chief Commercial Officer. These moves come as the company continues to grow its fleet and add key staff positions.

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK / ACCESS Newswire / February 20, 2026 / When you walk into a room, your smile often makes the first impression. Daily brushing can keep it healthy and confident. From losing your first baby teeth to maintaining your natural adult teeth, oral health is a must. In Richardson, Texas-whether you're a student at the University of Texas at Dallas or a family enjoying weekends at Cottonwood Park-having access to expert local dental care matters.

AUSTIN, TEXAS / ACCESS Newswire / February 20, 2026 / Interactive Strength Inc. (Nasdaq:TRNR) ("TRNR" or the "Company"), maker of innovative specialty fitness equipment under the Wattbike, CLMBR and FORME brands, today published a letter from the CEO commenting on the Company's most recent acquisition; the required-but-not-desired reverse split; Sportstech loan enforcement; and his perspective on TRNR's road forward from here. The Company encourages investors to read and review the letter thoroughly.

NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / February 20, 2026 / OTC Markets Group Inc., operator of regulated markets for trading 12,000 U.S. and international securities, today announced IEH Corporation (OTCQX:IEHC), a producer of high-performance PCB connectors, has qualified to trade on the OTCQX® Best Market. IEH Corporation upgraded to OTCQX from the OTCID™ Basic Market.

DENVER, CO / ACCESS Newswire / February 20, 2026 / ForCast Orthopedics, a development-stage company focused on modernizing care for complex orthopedic infections, today announced that its team and technology will be featured in upcoming media events produced by the Anterior Hip Foundation (AHF) and the Journal of Orthopaedic Experience & Innovation (JOEI).

Cannabis Concentrate Market Surge in Concentrates Fueled by 15.7% CAGR, Potency Precision, and the Transition from Traditional Flower to High-End Extracts