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GigCapital7 Corp. (Nasdaq: GIG) (“GigCapital7” or the “Company”) today announced that it has directly solicited and entered into non-redemption agreements (each a “Non-Redemption Agreement” and together the “Non-Redemption Agreements”) with a few public stockholders, pursuant to which such stockholders have agreed not to exercise redemption rights in connection with the proposed business combination between GigCapital7 and Hadron Energy, Inc. (“Hadron”) with respect to an aggregate of 1,800,000 Class A ordinary shares of the Company, representing approximately $19.3 million of the funds held in the Company’s trust account, and with the possibility for additional Non-Redemption Agreements, and that will be moved into the Hadron Energy balance sheet at the closing of the business combination. These NRA funds are being added to approximately $7.6 million that have already been funded on a SAFE bridge note over the last few months to Hadron Energy, for a total equity raise by GigCapital7 into Hadron Energy of about $26.9 million, which far exceeds the Business Combination Agreement’s announced minimum cash condition on closing of $20 million.

Reinsurance Group of America, Incorporated (NYSE: RGA) (the “Company”) announced today that a notice of redemption will be issued to the holders of all of its outstanding $400 million aggregate principal amount 5.75% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Debentures due 2056 (CUSIP No. 759351 802 and ISIN US7593518027) (the “2056 Debentures”) in accordance with the terms of the indenture governing the 2056 Debentures. The 2056 Debentures are listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “RZB.”

NEEDHAM, Mass., May 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Candel Therapeutics, Inc. (Candel or the Company) (Nasdaq: CADL), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing multimodal biological immunotherapies to help patients with cancer, today announced that on April 30, 2026, the Compensation Committee of Candel’s Board of Directors (the Board) granted to two new employees, stock options to purchase an aggregate of 29,400 shares of the Company’s common stock, with a per share exercise price of $6.18.

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SAN DIEGO, May 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fate Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: FATE), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to bringing a first-in-class pipeline of induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-derived cellular immunotherapies to patients with cancer and autoimmune diseases, today announced that on May 1, 2026, the Company granted restricted stock units (RSUs) representing 30,200 shares of its common stock to one newly-hired non-executive employee. The grant was approved by the Compensation Committee of the Company’s Board of Directors and granted under the Company’s Amended and Restated Inducement Equity Plan as an inducement material to the new employee entering into employment with the Company in accordance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4). The RSUs will vest over four years, with 25% of the shares underlying each RSU award vesting on each anniversary of the grant date, subject to the employee being continuously employed by the Company through each vesting date.

CareDx, Inc. (Nasdaq: CDNA), — The Transplant Company™ — a leading precision medicine company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of clinically differentiated, high-value healthcare solutions for transplant patients and caregivers, today announced the award of inducement grants.

VANCOUVER, British Columbia and BOSTON, MA, May 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Xenon Pharmaceuticals Inc. (Nasdaq: XENE), a neuroscience-focused biopharmaceutical company dedicated to drug discovery, clinical development, and commercialization of life-changing therapeutics for patients in need, today announced equity inducement grants to seven new non-officer employees consisting of an aggregate of 25,600 share options and 15,000 restricted share units (RSUs). All of the foregoing share options and RSUs were approved by the Compensation Committee of the Company’s Board of Directors with an effective date of April 30, 2026 and were granted as inducements material to the employees entering into employment with the Company in accordance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4).

RBC Bearings Incorporated (NYSE: RBC), a leading international manufacturer of highly engineered precision bearings, components and essential systems for the industrial, aerospace and defense markets, today announced that it will release its fourth quarter fiscal 2026 financial results before the market opens on Friday, May 15th. RBC Bearings will host a conference call to discuss the results on Friday, May 15th at 11:00 a.m. ET.

E*TRADE from Morgan Stanley today released the data from its monthly sector rotation study, which indicates whether clients were net buyers or sellers in each of the 11 core stock market sectors defined by the Global Industry Classification Standard (GICS). These figures, which encompass activity in all US-traded stocks (including OTC) and ADRs, reflect purchases and sales of the individual stocks in each sector, as well as dividend investments and options exercises and assignments.

LPT Realty, the fastest-growing single-entity real estate brokerage in U.S. history, announced that winners of its inaugural 2026 Dezzy Awards are appearing in print today in The Wall Street Journal and USA Today, marking the culmination of the company's innovative internal recognition program. National and city-level winners are featured in The Wall Street Journal; national, city, and zip code winners are featured in USA Today across the newspaper’s regional editions.

MESA, Ariz. — Custom Gates (DBA Phoenix Custom Gates), a leading provider of custom iron gates and metal fabrication services across the Valley of the Sun, has officially announced its relocation to a new commercial property in Mesa, Arizona. The move from its original home-based shop to a dedicated 1,200-square-foot facility at the intersection of Alma School and Broadway marks a significant milestone in the company’s growth and operational capacity.

As the dynamic interplay of light and shadow along the Putuo District section of Suzhou Creek in Shanghai, known as the “Half Marathon Suzhou Creek,” met the artistic atmosphere of Milan Cathedral, a spring dialogue spanning continents opened warmly as part of the “Shanghai in My Mind · Spring Shanghai” pop-up event series in Milan. On April 25, the “Putuo Day” themed event was held at a newsstand in Largo Augusto, Milan. Centered on the theme “Half Marathon Suzhou Creek · Garden of Light,” the event offered local residents an immersive experience of the distinctive charm of Shanghai’s Putuo District.

Sparrow XPL, Australia's first and only AI-native logistics platform, today announced the market launch of TwinShip — the world's first ADIOS platform: an Agentic Digital Intelligence Operating System purpose-built for enterprise shippers ready to leave legacy freight management behind.

Baltimore, MD: Action Towing announced it has received the ACE Award at the Baltimore Towman Expo, an annual industry event recognizing towing companies for operational performance and service reliability. The award, presented by American Towman Magazine, identifies companies ranked among the top performers based on industry voting by motor clubs, roadside assistance providers, and dispatch centers.

AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating (FSR) of A+ (Superior) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings (Long-Term ICR) of “aa” (Superior) of the members of The Progressive Corporation (Progressive) (Mayfield Village, OH) [NYSE: PGR]. Additionally, AM Best has affirmed the Long-Term ICR of “a” (Excellent) of Progressive, the parent holding company, and all of the Long-Term Issue Credit Ratings (Long-Term IR) of Progressive’s senior unsecured issuances. Concurrently, AM Best has affirmed the FSR of A (Excellent) and the Long-Term ICRs of “a+” (Excellent) of Protective Insurance Company (Carmel, IN) and its wholly owned subsidiaries, collectively known as Protective Insurance Corporation Group (Protective). AM Best also has affirmed the FSR of A (Excellent) and the Long-Term ICR of “a+” (Excellent) of National Continental Insurance Company (National Continental) (Bohemia, NY). The outlook of these Credit Ratings (ratings) is stable. (See below for a detailed listing of the companies and ratings.)

DUBLIN, OH - PersonalHour, a U.S.-based Pilates equipment and wellness technology company, has introduced an AI-powered coaching experience designed specifically for reformer users. The launch signals a shift in how Pilates is practiced at home, moving beyond standalone equipment toward guided, intelligent training.

Team members E'Risha Curry, Judy Margolis, and President Amy Hall recognized for excellence, leadership, and impact

Atlantis Homebuyers LLC, a real estate investment company based in Raleigh, says that demand is rising as it buys homes for cash directly from owners in Central North Carolina. The organization works in the Triangle, Sandhills, and Triad areas and makes quick cash offers, gives buyers a choice of offers, and lets them choose when to close on a property, no matter what condition or price range it is in.

A business suite was successfully released this week by a software company based in Charlotte. The business suite will serve as a single platform for business operations, replacing the current model that uses multiple systems, slowing business professionals' performance. The solution combines many known real estate productivity platforms into a single dashboard; these same platforms (REALsuite and Skyslope) are then consolidated into a unified dashboard system that also allows users with access to the platform to control their daily business operations.

ReConvert, a well-known ecommerce app for post-purchase upsells and thank-you page optimization, has officially rebranded as Upsell.com. The new name reflects the company’s broader focus on helping ecommerce merchants increase average order value, improve customer retention, and build stronger customer relationships through upselling and cross-selling strategies.

Burns Lake, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - May 1, 2026) - Lake Babine Nation wishes to address recent news regarding Pacific...

As nominations open for the 2026 Best of the West competition, Carvilles Auto Mart is encouraging drivers across Western Colorado to take part in the process and support local businesses they trust.

MILAN, IT / ACCESS Newswire / May 1, 2026 / As the dynamic interplay of light and shadow along the Putuo District section of Suzhou Creek in Shanghai, known as the "Half Marathon Suzhou Creek," met the artistic atmosphere of Milan Cathedral, a spring dialogue spanning continents opened warmly as part of the "Shanghai in My Mind · Spring Shanghai" pop-up event series in Milan. On April 25, the "Putuo Day" themed event was held at a newsstand in Largo Augusto, Milan. Centered on the theme "Half Marathon Suzhou Creek · Garden of Light," the event offered local residents an immersive experience of the distinctive charm of Shanghai's Putuo District.

Forward Industries (NASDAQ: FWDI) builds, operates, and manages a large-scale Solana (SOL) treasury, and is backed by many of the most influential investors in the digital space. “Recently, the company announced a strategic share repurchase where it bought back over 6 million common shares of its common stock from an institutional investor, for a total price of $27.4 million… This share repurchase takes advantage of the current low prices as an opportunity to buy back shares at a discount and return a meaningful block of shares to the treasury. The move also helps shareholders by reducing outstanding shares from 83,142,133 to 76,977,809,” reads a recent article.

Moein Surgical Arts is educating patients on one of the most common questions surrounding body contouring: Can liposuction make a person healthier? While liposuction is not a weight-loss procedure or a substitute for healthy living, the procedure may help patients feel more motivated to maintain an active lifestyle, improve nutrition, and protect their cosmetic results over time.

Loganville, GA - The rapid advancement of garage door technology is transforming how homeowners and businesses manage access, security, and convenience. As systems become more sophisticated, the demand for skilled garage door opener repair services continues to grow. Dependable Garage Doors is responding to this shift by delivering expert repair and installation solutions tailored to modern garage door systems in Loganville, GA.

ENGLEWOOD, CO - Dr. Manish H. Shah, MD, FACS, a board-certified plastic surgeon based in Englewood, Colorado, has once again been honored with two prestigious national recognitions: Castle Connolly Top Doctor and Newsweek Best Facelift Surgeon for the second consecutive year. These back-to-back distinctions reinforce Dr. Shah’s continued excellence and leadership in advanced facial plastic surgery.

A powerful new endorsement from Kirkus Reviews is positioning Amplified written by Dan Leiva and published by Beyond Publishing in Dallas, TX as one of the most important, and purposeful, books in the rapidly expanding conversation around artificial intelligence.

Liposuction remains one of the most requested body contouring procedures in Los Angeles, but many patients are unsure why pricing can vary so widely. According to Moein Surgical Arts, led by Dr. Babak Moein, the cost of liposuction in Los Angeles may range from several thousand dollars to more than $20,000, depending on the treatment areas, technology used, anesthesia type, surgeon expertise, and complexity of the case.

Richland Hills, TX - Elevated Construction Group is recognized for delivering dependable Richland Hills foundation repair services for residential & commercial applications . With a focus on structural stability and long-term performance, the company approaches each project with a clear understanding of the regional soil conditions and the unique challenges they present.

The Wires, the parent company of FashWire, GlossWire, and PawWire, today announced the launch of The Wires 100, a new annual recognition celebrating the most innovative and influential brands shaping the future of fashion, beauty, and pet.

Outfront Health, a provider of physician-guided preventive health screenings, today announced the appointment of Dr. Shane Speirs, MD, MBA, as Chief Medical Officer (CMO). In this role, Dr. Speirs will lead clinical strategy, oversee screening protocols, and support the company’s expansion of non-invasive cardiovascular and stroke risk screening services.

MCLEAN, VA / ACCESS Newswire / May 1, 2026 / Gladstone Alternative Income Fund ("Gladstone Alternative" or the "Fund") announced today that its board of trustees declared monthly cash distributions to shareholders for the month of May. The May distribution amount is $0.001967 per calendar day for each issued and outstanding Class A share, Class C share, and Class I share for the period beginning May 1, 2026 and ending May 31, 2026 (for shareholders who own shares all 31 days in May, the distribution will total approximately $0.061 per share). Based on net asset values per share as of April 30, 2026, the May distribution amount represents an annualized distribution rate of 7.19% for Class A shares, 7.27% for Class C shares, and 7.17% for Class I shares. The distributions will be paid on May 29, 2026 for Dividend Reinvestment Plan ("DRIP") participants and June 1, 2026 for non-DRIP participants.

KBRA assigns an A rating to the Class A Notes, a BBB rating to the Class B Notes, a BBB- rating to the Class C Notes, and a BB+ rating to the Class D Notes (together, the “Notes”) issued by Sagard Credit Partners III-U RN (Canada) LP (the Issuer, Borrower, or Partnership). This published rating report summarizes KBRA's analysis of the Notes and KBRA’s ratings address the Issuer’s ability to fulfill its obligations on the ultimate interest payment and ultimate repayment of the Notes’ principal by their legal final maturity.

SunOpta Inc. (“SunOpta” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: STKL) (TSX: SOY), a North American supply chain solutions provider, is pleased to announce the successful completion of the acquisition of the Company by an affiliate of Refresco Holding B.V. (“Refresco”) for US$6.50 per Common Share in cash (the “Consideration”) pursuant to a previously announced plan of arrangement under section 192 of the Canada Business Corporations Act (the “Arrangement”).

Tulsa, OK - OK Elite Foundation Repair continues to strengthen its reputation as a trusted concrete contractor in Tulsa, Oklahoma, providing comprehensive solutions tailored to the structural needs of both residential and commercial properties. With a strong emphasis on precision, durability, and customer-focused service, the company addresses a wide range of foundation and concrete challenges common across the region.

PAMT CORP (NASDAQ: PAMT) (“we” or the “Company”) today reported consolidated net loss of $0.01 million, or diluted and basic loss per share of $0.00, for the quarter ended March 31, 2026. The operating results for the first quarter of 2026 include the impact of a one-time $12.7 million gain on the sale of certain real property located in Laredo, Texas. The gain resulted in approximately $3.0 million of income tax expense, for a net after-tax benefit of approximately $9.7 million during the quarter. These results compare to a consolidated net loss of $8.1 million, or diluted and basic loss per share of $0.37, for the quarter ended March 31, 2025.

After a post-season review of player registrations, the USPHL has committed to reimbursing players that were unable to participate in this season due to sudden team ownership changes.

Badger Meter, Inc. (NYSE: BMI) today announced that it has completed the previously-announced acquisition of UDlive, a UK-based provider of hardware‑enabled software solutions for sewer line monitoring.

Alpharetta, GA - Alpharetta and many cities in Georgia are notorious for temperatures that can soar to 95°F and humidity levels of up to 90% in the summer months, making a reliable air conditioning unit a necessity in homes and businesses. For over 30 years, Gee Heating & Air has proudly served the residents of Alpharetta and beyond who need AC repairs and general HVAC solutions. With the goal of exceeding expectations and providing solutions tailored to clients' specific needs, the team doesn't allow a malfunctioning AC to disrupt indoor comfort; instead, they offer prompt services 24/7.

London - As competition for tech talent intensifies across the UK, many employers are discovering that the levers they have traditionally pulled to win candidates no longer work. According to Live Digital Recruitment Agency, the issue is not a shortage of strong candidates but a growing disconnect between the hiring proposition employers are putting forward and the priorities UK tech professionals are actually weighing in 2026. Salary remains important, but it is increasingly being treated as a baseline rather than a differentiator.

Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE: SPHR) will host a conference call to discuss results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2026 on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The Company will issue a press release reporting its results prior to the market opening.

MoneyFlare has officially launched its free AI Stock Trading Bot, offering users a simpler way to access smarter automated investing. Built on a fully managed model that combines AI-powered trading technology with expert team support, the platform is designed to make stock trading easier, more efficient, and more accessible in 2026.

With Bike Week 2026 right around the corner, our roads are about to get a lot more crowded. We all love the feeling of hitting the Grand Strand on two wheels, but honestly, any motorcycle accident lawyer who’s been around here long enough will tell you: the mix of distracted tourists and fast-moving highways makes Myrtle Beach dangerous even if you’ve been riding for decades. It is hands-down one of the most demanding spots in the country for a biker.

Malaysia’s digital economy has expanded rapidly in recent years, with businesses across industries investing in stronger online presence, user experience, and conversion-driven design. As competition intensifies, web design is no longer just about aesthetics, it plays a central role in branding, performance, and long-term growth.

Turkey has become one of the most searched destinations for hair restoration, and that includes Afro-textured hair transplants—often called curly hair transplants or African hair transplants. The appeal is easy to understand: strong medical tourism infrastructure, competitive pricing, and clinics that regularly work with international patients.