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You Can Get Up to $1,200 Towards an iPhone 18 Pro with Apple's New Carrier Trade-in Incentives
Anxious to get your hands on the new iPhone 18 Pro? Apple announced new carrier trade-in offers and also recently boosted trade-in values. Just make sure you do this to get top dollar for your old device.
Apple Adds AppleCare One Family Plan for Up to Six People
Apple today announced AppleCare One Family, a new option for U.S. customers that extends AppleCare coverage to every eligible device across an Apple Family Sharing group of up to six people for one fixed monthly price. AppleCare One Family costs $49.99 per month and includes all of the same benefits as AppleCare+, such as coverage for accidental damage like drops and spills, battery replacement service, and priority support from Apple Experts.
Poetry Foundation honors Robert Pinsky with a $100,000 lifetime achievement prize
Former U.S. poet laureate Robert Pinsky has received a $100,000 lifetime achievement award. The Poetry Foundation announced the award on Wednesday. Pinsky, who served as U.S. laureate from 1997 to
Everything Apple announced at its fall iPhone event, from the foldable iPhone Duo to an always-listening Apple Watch
The main event was the tech giant's highly anticipated first foldable phone, the iPhone Duo.
Apple Health app Users to be Able to Order Labs from Quest Diagnostics
/PRNewswire/ -- Quest Diagnostics (NYSE: DGX) today announced that Apple Health app users in the United States1 will be able to conveniently purchase a...
Pa. DOH: Measles cases this year surpasses 600
Harrisburg, Pa. — The Pa. Department of Health (DOH) today announced that 624 measles cases have been confirmed across 37 counties in Pennsylvania so far this year.
Apple's new iPhone cases include a $129 folio for iPhone Duo
Apple's new iPhone lineup has been announced, and so has the annual crop of first party cases, wallets, and straps to go with it.
Ritter Communications, Great Plains Communications complete merger
Grain Management, a private investment firm focused on digital infrastructure and communications, has announced the completion of the strategic combination of Ritter Communications and Great Plains Communications to create a...
Apple event live: iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro & watches announced
Apple (AAPL) unveiled its first foldable phone, the iPhone Duo, and a slew of product updates at its annual fall event at its Cupertino, Calif., headquarters today.
iPhone 18 Pro battery life compared to iPhone Duo and iPhone 17 Pro
Apple has just announced the new flagship iPhone lineup, featuring iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo. One of the biggest...
Here's how iPhone Duo treats apps not optimized for the foldable display
Apple has officially announced the iPhone Duo, its first foldable display device. Additionally, the company has detailed how third-party apps...
Apple Debuts New Accessories for iPhone 18 Pro and AirPods Pro 3
Apple today announced a new lineup of accessories for the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and AirPods Pro 3, including a redesigned clear case with MagSafe and all-new wrist straps.
Brazil squad named for friendlies against Australia and India
Coach Carlo Ancelotti called up a total of 26 players this Wednesday (9) for Brazil’s first matches after the World Cup. Ten of them play in Brazilian football. He announced the squad at the headqua...
College Sports Commission releases updated NIL Go report, clears $227.25 million in deals since July 1
In its updated NIL Go report, the College Sports Commission announced it has cleared more than $227 million in NIL deals since July 1. The new data is as of Aug. 31 and also includes a breakdown of associated entity deals. From July 1 through Aug. 31, NIL Go cleared 7,639 deals worth $227.25 million, […]
OCWA begins building parallel water lines to support Micron growth
Onondaga County Water Authority (OCWA) officials announced two new transmission lines on Wednesday.
Apple Announces iOS 27 Release Date
At its event today unveiling the iPhone 18 Pro, AirPods 5, Apple Watch Series 12, and more, Apple announced that iOS 27 will be released later this month. iOS 27 has already been available as a developer beta since June and as a public beta since July, and Apple today said that the update will be released for all users with a compatible iPhone model on Monday, September 14.
Apple Watch Series 12 announced: Features, price, release date
Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4 are official. Apple has announced its two new Apple Watch models...
Apple Announces Apple Watch Series 12 With S11 Chip, Upgraded Health Sensors and Ceramic Models
Apple today announced the Apple Watch Ultra 4, featuring a new S11 chip, a redesigned health sensing system, and a larger battery that Apple says delivers two days of battery life. With improved power efficiency, Ultra 4 offers up to 18 hours of workout tracking with full GPS and heart rate monitoring, or 45 hours in its maximum extended workout mode. It comes in Black and Natural titanium, alongside new band colors and a new titanium Hermès band.
School-Based Healthcare Expands For Medicaid-Eligible Students In W.Va.
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), in partnership with the Department of Education, announced Wednesday they are expanding Medicaid school-based health services.
Apple unveils AirPods 5 with upgraded noise cancellation, more
Today during its iPhone 18 Pro event, Apple announced the next generation AirPods 5 with improved active noise cancellation.
AirPods 5 Announced With Improved Noise Cancellation, Audio Quality, and More
Apple today introduced AirPods 5, bringing Active Noise Cancellation to its entry-level wireless earbuds at a starting price of $129. Apple says AirPods 5 remove up to 50% more external noise than AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation. A redesigned acoustic architecture and updated Adaptive EQ also promise richer, more detailed sound, while an improved Transparency mode makes nearby voices and sounds more natural.
Peapack Private Expands Specialty Lending Capabilities with Launch of Yacht Financing Business
Jim Velez Jim Velez, Senior Managing Director and President of Yacht Financing at Peapack Private BEDMINSTER, N.J., Sept. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Peapack-Gladstone Financial Corporation (NASDAQ Global Select Market: PGC) and Peapack Private announced today its entrance into the yacht financing business, further expanding the Bank’s suite of customized lending solutions for high-net-worth individuals, families and their advisors. As part of the launch, Peapack Private has hired industry vete
Vermilion Farm Market announces indefinite closure after nearly 50 years in business
Vermilion Farm Market, a locally owned and operated fixture in the community since 1979, has announced that it is closing indefinitely. The market did not explain the decision in its announcement.
DHS: Salvadoran TPS holders ‘retain protection’ despite expiration
Earlier this year, the Trump administration announced it is ending TPS for Salvadorans effective Wednesday
NovaOne Launches Next-Generation Platform Uniting Behavioral and Physical Health
NovaOne today announced general availability of its next-generation solution: a modular platform, uniting purpose-built preventive tools, clinically validated assessments, an AI care navigator with deep human clinical oversight and a curated network of evidence-based specialty providers. One platform for integrated preventive and curative healthcare.
Persona 6 adds Switch 2 version
Persona 6 will launch for Switch 2 in addition to its previously announced PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC (Steam, Microsoft Store) versions, ATLUS announced. A release date was not announced.
Persona 4 Revival coming to Switch 2 on May 20, 2027
ATLUS will release a Switch 2 version of Persona 4 Revival on May 20, 2027, the company announced.
The Apothecary Diaries: The False Imperial Brother announced for Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
Koei Tecmo included a brief announcement in today’s Nintendo Direct that The Apothecary Diaries: The False Imperial Brother is planned for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch. This one is slated for early 2027.
Metroid: Ravenous announced, launches January 2027 exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2
Metroid Ravenous is a sequel to Metroid Dread, coming in 2027.
Koei Tecmo and Gust announce The Apothecary Diaries: The False Imperial Brother for PS5, Switch 2, Switch, and PC
Publisher Koei Tecmo and developer Gust, in cooperation with TOHO Games, have announced mystery solving adventure game The Apothecary Diaries: The False Imperial Brother for PlayStation 5, Switch 2…
Romancing SaGa 3: Destinies United announced for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, Switch, and PC
Square Enix has announced Romancing SaGa 3 remake Romancing SaGa 3: Destinies United for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, Switch, and PC (Steam, Microsoft Store). It will launch on February 16…
Metal Slug Ultimate Collection announced for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, Switch, and PC
SNK has announced Metal Slug Ultimate Collection, a collection of 10 games in celebration of Metal Slug’s 35th anniversary. It will launch for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, Switch, an…
Ascension economic development pipeline holds $22B in potential investment
The Ascension Parish Economic Development Corporation has recorded $347 million in announced capital investment and 46 new jobs so far this year, according to its president and CEO, Kate MacArthur. … Already an INSIDER? Sign in. Already an INSIDER? Sign in
Yo-kai Watch 2: Haunted Domain announced for Switch 2
LEVEL-5 has announced Yo-kai Watch 2: Haunted Domain for Switch 2. A release date was not announced.
Professor Layton and the New World of Steam launches December 10
Professor Layton and the New World of Steam will launch for PlayStation 5, Switch 2, Switch, and PC via Steam on December 10, LEVL-5 announced.
Encore Demonstrates Measurable Progress on Responsible Business Priorities
/PRNewswire/ -- Encore, a global leader in event production and technology, today announced the release of its 2026 Responsible Business Report, Illuminating a...
Luma locks down 15-year, $410M fund for life science investments
Luma Group today announced the final close of its inaugural life sciences venture capital fund, totaling $410 million. The New York-based investment firm has had a grip on life sciences since its founding in 2023. The funds unveiled today, dubbed LumaBio Fund I, include investments that have already been made into more than 10 biotechs. They include the likes of eye disease-focused Character Biosciences, rebranded Belgian biotech Coultreon Biopharma and cellular rejuvenation company Altos Labs. The fund saw early success when one of the companies it co-founded, called Vaccine Company, was picked up by Eli Lilly earlier this year for up to $1.55 billion. The acquisition of the in vivo nanoparticle technology-focused biotech formed part of a trio of vaccine buys for the Big Pharma, which has itself been on a prolonged spending spree in 2026. Luma's fund is structured as a 15-year investment with plans to support groundbreaking science and support companies through key milestones from discovery to commercialization, Luma explained in the release. "We founded Luma Group on the belief that extraordinary science, supported by patient, long-term capital, has the power to improve millions of lives," Joshua Fink, founder and managing member of Luma Group, said in the release. "This fund represents more than capital—it is a commitment to partnering with extraordinary innovators as they translate visionary science into life-changing medicines."
NASCO and Doxim Partner to Modernize Health Plan Administration and Improve Communications
/PRNewswire/ -- NASCO, a leading provider of healthcare technology solutions, today announced a strategic partnership with Doxim®, a leader in customer...
NASCO and Doxim Partner to Modernize Health Plan Administration and Improve Communications
NASCO, a leading provider of healthcare technology solutions, today announced a strategic partnership with Doxim®, a leader in customer communications management (CCM) and engagement technology for highly regulated markets. The collaboration brings together NASCO's deep health plan administration expertise with Doxim's omnichannel communications capabilities to help health plans modernize operations and deliver more seamless, personalized experiences for all healthcare stakeholders.
Optimal Blue announces initial speaker lineup for 2027 Summit
IMAGE CAPTION: Optimal Blue announces initial speaker lineup for 2027 Summit | Optimal Blue today announced its initial speaker lineup for its 2027 Optimal Blue Summit, including Analyst, ESPN Monday
WOW! Gives Businesses a Simple Way to Manage and Enhance Their Online Presence
/PRNewswire/ -- WideOpenWest, Inc. (WOW!), a leading provider of fiber-broadband internet services and advanced connectivity solutions, today announced the...
Flex Partners with Mesh to Power Crypto and Stablecoin Deposits for Business Owners
/PRNewswire/ -- Mesh, the leading crypto payments network, today announced a partnership with Flex, the finance platform that brings business owners' accounts...
EverTrue Acquires Aidentified's Philanthropy Business, Securing Exclusive Data Rights to Advance AI-Powered Fundraising
/PRNewswire/ -- EverTrue, the philanthropy-first intelligence platform for fundraising teams, today announced an exclusive partnership with Aidentified, a data...
New ownership announced at troubled football club
A club spokesperson says they are excited to embark on a new chapter.
Parlance Brings Verified Push Notification Security to Health System IT Help Desks on ServiceNow Store
/PRNewswire/ -- Parlance, a healthcare voice AI company, today announced the availability of its help desk intelligent virtual assistant (IVA) on the...
BBH Launches a New Technology Business, Braid, Solving for Intelligent Data Transformation
BOSTON, September 09, 2026--Brown Brothers Harriman (BBH) today announced the launch of a new technology affiliate, Braid LLC, focused on solving enterprise data transformation for financial services. Braid offers an AI-native data transformation platform that gives firms a scale solution to transform, connect, and manage their data with confidence.
Elysium Health™ Officially Opens The Elysium Longevity Institute™ (TELI), Establishing a New Standard for Longevity Medicine
/PRNewswire/ -- Elysium Health, Inc.™, the leading longevity science company, today announced the opening of The Elysium Longevity Institute™ (TELI), marking...
DEAD OR ALIVE 6 Last Round DLC character Minato launches September 10
DEAD OR ALIVE 6 Last Round downloadable content character Minato, an original new fighter first announced in June, will launch on September 10, publisher Koei Tecmo and developer Team NINJA announc…
Prisma Health Extends Tecsys Partnership from Distribution Center to Bedside
/PRNewswire/ -- Tecsys Inc. (TSX: TCS), an industry-leading supply chain management company, today announced that Prisma Health, the largest private, nonprofit...
Findhelp Partners With Maryland Health Care Commission as the First Specialty Exchange to Advance Social Care Interoperability
/PRNewswire/ -- Findhelp, the nation's leading social care technology platform, today announced it is the first specialty exchange that has registered with the...
HCHB Publishes Executive Guide to Help Home Health and Hospice Leaders Strengthen Survey Readiness
/PRNewswire/ -- Homecare HomebaseSM (HCHB) announced the publication of Survey-Ready Every Day: An Executive Guide to Regulatory Change and Continuous Survey...
Findhelp Partners With Maryland Health Care Commission as the First Specialty Exchange to Advance Social Care Interoperability
Findhelp, the nation's leading social care technology platform, today announced it is the first specialty exchange that has registered with the Maryland Health Care Commission (MHCC).
Wheeling pet care business halts van service after dog’s death
Waggles Pet Resort intends to “evaluate steps to help prevent a tragedy like this from ever happening again,” the company announced in a prepared statement.
Montreal-Based Proteus Labs Partners with Avantis Education to Bring Immersive Virtual Science Labs to Classrooms Worldwide
Proteus Labs, a Montreal-based developer of immersive mixed reality science lab applications for K–12 education, today announced that its unique mixed reality science lab application has been selected to be part of Avantis Education's ClassVR Xcelerate headset and new EduverseSTEM platform, extending hands-on virtual science experiments to schools in 90 countries.
Marc Overmars to step down as Royal Antwerp sporting director amid health issues
Marc Overmars has announced he will be stepping down from his job as sporting director at Royal Antwerp for health reasons.
Estes Construction announces Q3 Community Impact Grant Award recipients
Estes Construction has announced grants to 12 organizations for the third quarter through its Community Impact Grant Awards program. According to a news release, the recipients reflect the company’s four giving pillars: Underserved youth, partnering with purpose, talent and workforce, and regional vitality. Through its community impact grants, Estes works to expand opportunities, strengthen communities,…
Health In Tech Named to Newsweek's America's Greatest Mid-Market Companies 2026
Health In Tech, Inc. (Nasdaq: HIT), an AI-enabled InsurTech platform company, announced today that it has been named one of Newsweek's America's Greatest Mid-Market Companies 2026.
Jeremy Farrar Joins Global Health Non-Profit PATH Following Unexpected Departure From WHO
Outgoing WHO Assistant Director-General Dr Jeremy Farrar will lead PATH’s regional division for Asia, the Middle East, and Europe starting 1 October. Based in Geneva, he joins the executive leadership team to accelerate the delivery of health technologies across these regions, the organisation announced in a press release on Wednesday, 9 September.
Pentagon Deploys SCIFs to Encourage Small Business Participation – Association of Defense Communities (ADC)
The Pentagon recently announced a plan to deploy around 50 Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities across the country
BridgePort Financial Solutions Appoints Osaic M&A Leader to Senior VP of Business Development
BridgePort Financial Solutions ("BridgePort"), a registered investment adviser (RIA) dedicated to helping fee-only advisors achieve their growth and succession goals, announced the appointment of RIA industry veteran Tina Decker to the role of Senior Vice President of Business Development. In this role, she will lead M&A strategy and execution to accelerate the firm's growth.
Salvadorans anxiously await news on whether TPS protections will end
The Department of Homeland Security has not yet announced whether it will end or extend Temporary Protected Status for some 170,000 Salvadorans, including 36,000 in California.
Apparent Steam Leak Reveals Persona 6 and Kingdom Hearts 4 Achievements, Unannounced Games
Achievements for various upcoming games have been made public as part of a significant Steam leak.
Company that pledged 200 jobs in Charlotte leaves town for SC, loses NC incentives
The company, known for brands like Dirt Devil, announced a $5 million investment in 2015.
Comviva announces Kalyanasundaram Sivasubramaniam to lead the DigiTech Business, Accelerating Platform-Led Growth and AI Transformation
Comviva, a global leader in digital transformation solutions, today announced the appointment of Kalyanasundaram Sivasubramaniam as Product Unit Head for its DigiTech business. In this role, he will lead the strategic growth and evolution of Comviva's DigiTech portfolio, including its intelligent digital business platform, BlueMarble.
Kingdom Hearts 4's Disney Worlds May Have Been Revealed By Massive Steam Leak
The achievement database Exophase has listed achievements for several games, including some that haven't been announced
Multiple amiibo Listings Have Apparently Been Spotted On GameStop's Internal Database
New Zelda amiibo were announced yesterday
HHS announces $383 million investment in mental health, crisis services
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced over $383 million in SAMHSA grants to expand the 988 Lifeline, crisis teams, and rural healthcare.
Nebraska Senator Tanya Storer: Law requires brand committee members’ principal business ‘raising cattle’
Last week, the gubernatorial appointments to the newly restructured Nebraska Brand Committee were announced by the Governor’s Office. Under LB1187, the committee should be comprised of five district representatives plus one representative who owns or...
NiteShyft Announces October Launch of AI Business Operating Platform for Small Companies
NiteShyft will open its AI business operating platform to the public in October 2026, following private testing in which AI agents completed more than 2,000 business tasks at a median speed 736 times faster than benchmark estimates, according to company records.Dubai, United Arab Emirates--(Newsfile Corp. - September 8, 2026) - NiteShyft today announced that its business operating platform will open to the public in October 2026, following a private testing period in which the platform executed.
Hawaiian Telcom Unveils Future-Ready Business Fiber Platform Engineered for 10 Gig Connectivity
Hawaiian Telcom announced enhancements to its business fiber internet portfolio, including expanded symmetrical upload and download speeds across Fioptics Business Internet plans and the introduction of Fioptics Advanced WiFi for business customers. Together, these enhancements provide Hawaiʻi businesses with faster, more scalable connectivity backed by a fiber network engineered to support connectivity solutions up to 10 Gig.
Southwest Harbor's newest Select Board member resigns
SOUTHWEST HARBOR — Kalie Hess has announced her resignation from the Southwest Harbor Select Board, stepping down less than a year after being elected.
Undefeated Anthony Wint Books Second UFC Fight in 43 Days
Former NFL player Anthony Wint has booked his second UFC fight in 43 days. The undefeated athlete out of Homestead, Florida, fights on the UFC 332 card on October 3 in Salt Lake City, Utah. He takes on promotional newcomer Lucas Armand in the heavyweight division. The UFC announced the fight on the Dana White’s […] The post Undefeated Anthony Wint Books Second UFC Fight in 43 Days appeared first on HEAVY.
SMARTIES Philippines 2026 Finalists Revealed: Celebrating Hyper-Local Innovation and Business Impact
Marketing + Media Alliance (MMA) has officially announced the SMARTIES Philippines 2026 Finalists. This year's shortlist recognizes campaigns blending cultural insights with emerging technologies to navigate evolving consumer behaviors and deliver measurable business impact.
Apple adds 37 hardware identifiers ahead of ‘Surprise and Shine’ event
Apple has added new hardware identifiers for iPhones, iPads, Macs, and other devices, some of which could be announced as soon as tomorrow.
Arkansas Black Hall of Fame announces 2026 inductees
The Arkansas Black Hall of Fame (ABHOF) announced Tuesday (Sept. 8) the Class of 2026 inductees and details of its 32nd annual induction ceremony. Six Arkansans will be honored for...
What Hurricanes Newest Signing Means for RFA Alexander Nikishin
Tuesday afternoon, the Carolina Hurricanes announced the signing of Pierre-Olivier Joseph – a 27-year-old left-handed defenseman with 225 NHL games […]
Bills Announce Exciting Josh Allen News Before Season Opener
The Buffalo Bills announced that quarterback Josh Allen is among the six players picked as captains for the 2026 season. The post Bills Announce Exciting Josh Allen News Before Season Opener appeared first on HEAVY.
The Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce 2026 Small Business Award Recipients Announced
ARLINGTON, TX – September 8, 2026 – The Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the recipients of its 2026 Small Business of the Yea
Hoopeston football to forfeit five of six remaining varsity games
HOOPESTON, Ill. (WCIA) – Hoopeston High School is changing plans for its 2026 high school varsity football season, the school district announced on Tuesday. The Cornjerkers are planning to forfeit their week four game, against Bismarck-Henning-Rossville-Alvin, on Friday, Sept. 11. Hoopeston will play its week five game, on Sept. 18, against Momence. This game will […]
Colts Part Ways With 29-Game Starter
Jaylon Jones did well to turn himself from a seventh-round pick into a consistent contributor the Indianapolis Colts. Those contributions didn’t end up being big enough, though. The Colts waived Jones on Tuesday. It was part of a three-pronged roster move that the Colts announced in an official press release like this: “The Indianapolis Colts […] The post Colts Part Ways With 29-Game Starter appeared first on HEAVY.
Wisconsin Department of Health Services reports increase of measles cases in southwestern Wisconsin
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services announced an increase in measles cases across southwestern Wisconsin on Tuesday.
No-cost men’s health ‘Lunch and Learn’ coming to Monroe on Sept. 11
Ochsner LSU Health Monroe announced it is hosting a no-cost Men’s Health Lunch and Learn on Friday, Sept. 11, focusing on preventative care and wellness.
HHS Announces Key Leadership Selections at FDA to Promote Innovation, Reform, and National Health Priorities
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services today announced the selection of four senior leaders at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Exclusive: Two of gaming’s biggest names are making a big investment in gaming’s future
The first thing to know about the Nova Games Foundation is that it isn’t about The Game Awards. And it’s not about PlayStation. The ambitious new grant program is the brainchild of Geoff Keighley and Mark Cerny. Keighley is the host of The Game Awards, Summer Game Fest and Opening Night Live. Cerny is a game designer of some 45 years and the lead architect for the PlayStation 4 and 5. But this new thing, which they’re revealing through Game File, isn’t about their day jobs. It’s an unaffiliated, standalone philanthropic project. It’s a bet on the artistic future of video games and a way, they tell me, to give back. “I’m nearing the end of my career,” Cerny recently told me over email. “I’m not done yet, but paying it forward—in the best way possible—is very much on my mind these days,” The Nova Games Foundation is a university-affiliated fellowship program, intended to offer six-figure grants to 20 young game designers each year, potentially for decades to come. It will offer no-strings-attached funding along with mentorship from games industry leaders, a combination intended to aid the development of groundbreaking new games, Cerny and Keighley told me. Nova will begin accepting applications in December, from class of 2026 and 2027 students from 13 affiliated gaming programs at universities in eight countries. The schools working with Nova include the New York University and the University of Southern California in the U.S., along with Abertay University in Scotland, Cnam-Enjmin in France, TH Köln in Germany, and the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology in Australia, Cerny and Keighley said. The plan: $100,000 per recipient, with about a quarter of Nova fellows eligible for up to $500,000 more for projects that are shaping up particularly well. Payments will be delivered based on development milestones, and recipients will own their games. Nova will help promote the work, and developers will be free to pursue the publishers and platforms of their choice. Nova can help introduce fellows to publishers, but won’t take a cut. “I’ve always wanted to give back, but given my role in the industry, I’ve never felt it appropriate to commercially invest in games,” Keighley told Game File. “I’ve never owned stock in a game company or taken a financial stake in a game. Nova is philanthropy: we aren’t taking equity or looking to recoup the grants. The return we’re hoping for is creative—helping new voices make games and find their footing. “Mark and I have each made multi-million-dollar donations to establish the foundation, and we intend to keep contributing. We hope others will join us.” Cerny and Keighley have already hired an executive director, John Maconga, and a head of grants, recent Game Developers Conference director Ashley Corrigan, to help launch the effort. They’re working to recruit game industry leaders to join the effort. Keighley says “dozens of leading game directors have already expressed interest in contributing their time.” To name one, they’ve already gotten Josef Fares, lead designer from It Takes Two and Spit Fiction studio Hazelight on board with a donation and pledge to help out. “I’m proud to support Nova because it gives the next generation of creators the freedom to explore their creativity and hopefully bring their unique visions to life,” Fares told Game File. A plan forged from a friendship Keighley and Cerny have known each other a long time. It’s been so long, Cerny isn’t even sure exactly when they met. “We travel in much the same circles and I’m sure first intersected in the 90s or early 2000s,“ Cerny said. Keighley thinks it might have been during his stint writing a column about the mid-’90s console 3DO for a gaming magazine while Cerny was working on games with Crystal Dynamics or on Way of the Warrior with Naughty Dog. They became genuine friends about a 10 years ago, Keighley said, as they bonded over a shared love of games and a hope to improve the industry. “About a decade ago, we started having dinner a few times a year in LA,” Keighley said. “Just to catch up on life and the industry. Those conversations continued over Zoom during COVID. Nova grew out of that friendship and a question we kept coming back to: ‘What could we do to help the next generation of game directors get started?’” Keighley credits Cerny with the idea to figure out a way to put their money and time back into the industry. At one of those dinners, Keighley proposed the idea of a fellowship program. He’d recalled applying for a Rhodes Scholarship when he was younger. “Spoiler: I didn’t get it,” he said. He’d admired the MacArthur Foundation’s so-called “genius grants.” He liked these kinds of programs that recognized people’s talents and gave them the financial boost and the freedom to realize their potential. With Cerny, he had pondered what a game industry version of that could be. Keighley liked the idea of centering the fellowship on students, drawing inspiration from the accomplishments of Jenova Chen, the USC game design graduate who went on to lead the creation of gently moving, ambitious games such as Flower and Journey. Keighley also thought it could be useful to help promising graduates bridge the transition from student to professional. “Joining an established studio isn’t always possible—especially in today’s market—and even then, it isn’t the right path for everyone,” Keighley said. A fellowship, he realized, could give “graduates the time, resources and guidance to pursue a game of their own and not worry about the commercial viability.” As the idea took shape, Cerny also saw an opportunity to enable more games of a certain type: “The target with the grants is games as an artistic medium,” Cerny told me. “We like to say games with ‘artistic, literary and societal value.’” He added: “I’m a pretty big gamer myself, though I tend to gravitate towards the smaller and more unique or artistic titles, games like Neva, Abzu, Gorogoa, Stray or Outer Wilds. I was just playing and Roger on a flight to Japan, and was getting misty eyed to a degree that I was concerned that a flight attendant would ask me if I was OK. “So one fun benefit here is the games that will come out of the Nova Games Foundation – I can’t wait to play them myself.” Cerny believes it will also be useful for Nova fellows to hone their craft and team leadership skills. “We are looking for the next generation of visionaries,” he said. “The trick is that they will also need to have the executive function necessary to drive a small project to completion.” Game File is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my reporting, please consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Subscribe Going big with this Keighley and Cerny may have started Nova and may be the ones primarily backing it right now, but they’re dreaming of something that goes beyond them. “Mark and I may have helped get it started, but one of our measures of success is that Nova grows into something the entire games industry feels a sense of ownership in,” Keighley said. “Our ambition is to build a lasting endowment supported by people and companies across the industry, and an equally broad community of creators willing to give their time and experience to the next generation.” The industry has a lot of knowledge that it can pass to the next generation, Keighley said: “Nova can hopefully become a way to connect that generosity with talented young creators at the moment when it can make the biggest difference.” Cerny, who told me he believes Nova can mature “over the next 10 or 20 years,” sees an opportunity to give generations of game makers momentum. “The industry has changed immeasurably since I started in games in 1982,” he said. “These graduates have talent, training and tools that outclass what we had back in the day by an astonishing amount. But they face a tough road ahead getting traction in the industry, and many could benefit from our support. We want to be there to give it to them.” “There’s a personal side to this, too,” Keighley said. “I don’t have children, and I’ve spent a lot of time thinking about what I can do for future generations. Games have been my entire career. I’ve been incredibly fortunate, and helping someone else build a life in this industry feels like a meaningful way to give back.” Cerny’s oeuvre dates back to Marble Madness and Sonic the Hedgehog 2. He has stood on stage multiple times to reveal the future of PlayStation hardware. He’s been an executive producer for a string of modern PlayStation classics such as The Last Guardian and Marvel’s Spider-Man. Nevertheless, of Nova, he said, “It’s certainly not like anything I’ve done before.” Nova Foundation applications will be due in December and the first wave of fellows will be announced in March 2027. A full list of participating universities and steps students and recent graduates can take to apply to become a Nova Fellow is forthcoming.
Aspen School District renews membership with Valley Health Alliance
Valley Health Alliance announced today that the Aspen School District has renewed its membership, marking a significant milestone for both organizations.
Is the news stressing you out? MS NOW partners with Calm
MS NOW wants to offer news viewers a break when they feel overwhelmed. The Versant-owned progressive-leaning news outlet announced Tuesday that it has entered a partnership with Calm, the San
Bruins Announce Roster, Details for Rookie Camp and Prospects Showcase
The Boston Bruins prospect pool is heading to Buffalo. On Tuesday afternoon, the Bruins announced the roster, schedule, and livestream […]
Summerfest announces 1st 2027 headliner: Zac Brown Band
MILWAUKEE (WKOW) -- The organizers of Summerfest announced the music festival's first headliner for 2027: Zac Brown Band.
Trinity Health in Livonia to lay off 557 employees starting in October, primarily in IT support
Trinity Health’s Livonia location will permanently lay off 557 employees, largely in its technology and information services division, the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity announced recently. Layoffs are scheduled to begin Oct. 25 and continue through Nov. 29, according to a notice published by the department. The layoffs come months after Trinity Health […]
HHS Awards More Than $380 Million to Strengthen America’s Behavioral Health System on 988 Day
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, announced on 988 Day that the agency has awarded $383.4 million in grants.
Rabid skunk confirmed in Pickens County, health officials say
DPH announced Tuesday that a skunk found in the Upstate has tested positive for rabies.
US issues sweeping sanctions against Iranian airlines, foreign businesses
The Trump administration on Tuesday announced new sanctions against all of Iran’s airlines and nearly a dozen foreign companies doing business with Iran’s Mahan Air, which had earlier been sanction…
Stevie Wonder announces fall tour
DETROIT — Motown icon Stevie Wonder has announced fall tour dates, including a pair of concerts at Detroit's Fox Theatre. The tour marks the 50th anniversary of his 18th studio
Alex Filippenko named 2026 Dorothea Klumpke-Roberts Awardee
The Astronomical Society of the Pacific announced that Distinguished Professor of Astronomy Alex Filippenko will receive its 2026 Dorothea Klumpke-Roberts Award. The award recognizes noteworthy
Penguins unveil roster for upcoming prospect tournament in Detroit
The Penguins have announced the roster for the team’s upcoming prospect tournament that’s being held in Detroit, starting this weekend. Pittsburgh, along with Columbus, Dallas and Detroit will be participating in a prospect tournament in Detroit with games on Saturday, Sunday and Tuesday. All of the games will be streamed on the Penguins’ website. 27 […]
“The View” pulls an Oprah Winfrey, moves audience to tears as ‘everyone’ wins huge prize on season 30 premiere
Whoopi Goldberg announced the stunning moment on air, which made some audience members double over as they cried.
SKY BLUE CINEMATIX - ENTERTAINMENT - BRAND INTEGRATION : Two Films. One Global Partnership.
Sky Blue Cinematix appointed exclusive worldwide brand-integration partner for two new features from Tested Films.London, UK, Sept. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sky Blue Cinematix, the entertainment and brand-integration division of Sky Blue Media Group, today announced its appointment as the exclusive global brand-integration partner for two upcoming feature films from Tested Films: the action thriller Habeas Corpus and the neo-noir romantic mystery Blurred. Sky Blue Cinematix appointed exclusi