Archive for August 2026
Solar Buddies Makes Sunscreen Application Easier for Kids Heading Back to School
As families prepare for the new school year, backpacks, lunch boxes and school supplies may be at the top of the shopping list. But with children spending time outdoors for recess, physical education, sports and after-school activities, sun protection is another essential parents may want to keep within reach. Solar Buddies is designed to make…
Read More$76 Million Retirement Investment Investigation Raises Questions About Adviser Conflicts
An investigation into approximately $76 million in retirement assets is raising questions about conflicts of interest, portfolio concentration and the responsibilities financial advisers have when recommending investments to clients. Meyer Wilson Werning is investigating allegations involving former investment adviser Luong Pham, who is accused of directing more than 60% of his firm’s assets under management…
Read MoreLawyer.com CEO Turns Airport Anxiety Into a Children’s Book About Love and Parenthood
For Colleen Joyce, the chief executive officer of Lawyer.com, one of the most difficult parts of leading a business wasn’t making a major corporate decision. It was standing in an airport wondering whether she would make it home in time to see her daughter before bedtime. That experience ultimately became the inspiration for Mommy’s Love,…
Read MoreThe Beauty Way Offers Busy Moms a Self-Care Reset for Back-to-School Season
Back-to-school season often means earlier mornings, packed schedules and a seemingly endless list of responsibilities for parents. While much of the attention is focused on getting children ready for a new school year, The Beauty Way is encouraging moms to make space for themselves, too. Created by a mom for moms, The Beauty Way offers…
Read MoreMilky Body Lotions Are Bringing Skincare-Inspired Hydration to the Rest of the Body
The skincare world’s obsession with lightweight, milky textures is moving beyond the face. As consumers increasingly look for body-care products that deliver the benefits and sensorial experience of facial skincare, milky body lotions are emerging as a popular option for keeping skin hydrated without the heavy, greasy finish associated with traditional creams. One product tapping…
Read MoreBourbon’s Oversupply Could Create a New Opportunity for Whiskey Investors
The bourbon industry is facing a major inventory problem, but some investors see the glut as an opportunity rather than a warning sign. Jim Beam has paused bourbon production, Brown-Forman has laid off workers, and Kentucky distilleries are reportedly sitting on a record 16.1 million aging barrels. That inventory is roughly three times the size…
Read MoreKaya Bliss Expands Brooklyn Footprint With Two New Cannabis Dispensaries
Kaya Bliss is expanding its presence across Brooklyn, with two new dispensary locations planned for Kensington and Brighton Beach as the cannabis retailer continues building a neighborhood-focused brand around premium products, education and hospitality. The Brooklyn-based company, which launched in 2025, currently operates locations in Bay Ridge and Brooklyn Heights. Its upcoming stores at 205…
Read MoreHachette Employees Unite Globally for Raising Readers Volunteer Day
Hachette Book Group employees around the world came together July 9 for a global day of service focused on one goal: helping children develop a lifelong love of reading. Employees from Hachette’s English-language offices in the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Ireland, India, Australia and Canada participated in volunteer activities supporting the company’s Raising Readers…
Read MoreMosquito-Borne Diseases Emerge as Growing Health Concern for Americans Traveling Abroad
As millions of Americans prepare to travel internationally this summer, mosquito-borne illnesses are becoming an increasingly important health consideration for travelers. A new analysis examining travel health data highlights dengue, malaria and chikungunya among the diseases Americans should understand before heading overseas. Medical experts at Drip Hydration analyzed CDC travel guidance, GeoSentinel surveillance data and…
Read MoreGemologyGeek’s Ignite Collection Puts Rare Gemstones and Fluorescence in the Spotlight
Erica Silverglide is bringing more than two decades of gemological expertise to a new fine jewelry collection designed for collectors who appreciate the science, rarity and individuality behind exceptional gemstones. Silverglide, a formally trained jewelry designer, Graduate Gemologist, gem dealer and educator, has launched Ignite, the first fine jewelry collection from GemologyGeek. The New York-based…
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