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Sunbridge Business Park industrial warehouse project valued at $130M
VanTrust Real Estate plans to develop nearly two million square feet of industrial space at Sunbridge Business Park in southeast Orange County.
Two Hands Corporation Announces AI Business Update and Financial Update
Locust Valley, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - February 12, 2026) - Two Hands Corporation (CSE: TWOH) (OTCID: TWOH) ("Two Hands" or the "Company") is pleased to announce significant progress in its strategic transformation into an AI- and mobile app-focused technology platform, targeting high-growth markets in India and Southeast Asia. The Company has invested in ON GRAPH, a project to develop a n AI platform centered on character creation and companion experiences. This platform will integrate...
2025 US ACT on Health Equity Community Investments Recipients
Author: Kennesha VanBurch, Director, Health Equity and Community Investment Partnerships 2025 marks the fifth year of the US Accelerate Change Together (ACT) on Health Equity: Community Solutions Challenge (CSC) and National Strategic Collaborations (NSC). This year, we received more than 250 applications from organizations across the country dedicated to prioritizing the social, cultural and linguistic needs of communities that have experienced barriers to care and opportunity. The overwhelming response underscores the vital role these organizations play in advancing health equity at the local level and across the nation. Since the launch of ACT on Health Equity in 2021, the initiative has invested more than $18 million in nonprofit organizations and their health equity programming through CSC and NSC. This year, $3.4 million in funding has been provided to 47 nonprofit organizations that focus on healthcare access, nutrition and lung health. Together, we are making meaningful progress toward health equity across the US. Supporting Organizations Advancing Community Well-being and Health Equity The awarded organizations address critical needs across health, education, and social support through initiatives aligned with AstraZeneca’s areas of expertise, including lung disease, lung and breast cancer, and cardiology. Their work spans across culturally competent senior care, equitable healthcare access, cancer and chronic disease support, and preventive health education, as well as hunger relief, community gardening, dental and transportation services, and resources for underserved families. Together, they are working to remove barriers to care, reduce preventable conditions, and empower individuals and communities of all ages and backgrounds to achieve better health outcomes. Photo courtesy of Medical Motor Service of Rochester and Monroe County, Inc. Description: MMS driver speaking to a Wegmans shopper. GGWNY staff; Lincoln Memorial Church Community Garden and lead gardener Diane Learn more about our recipients and the impact they make within their communities below. Community Solutions Challenge Advocates for Women’s Health, Inc. Advocates for Women's Health exists to provide access to high quality prenatal care and gynecology care to lower-income communities in and around Fresno, CA. They operate a nonprofit OB/GYN clinic located in Fresno. American Rescue Workers (ARW) ARW is a faith-based, non-profit organization providing homelessness and hunger prevention services in Central PA since 1934. ARW cares holistically for men, women, and children who find themselves facing food insecurity, and emergency situations that may lead to homelessness, or an actual homeless crisis, by providing shelter and social services. ARW serves people no matter their faith, regardless of faith. Asian Americans Advancing Justice Southern California (AJSOCAL) AJSOCAL is a social justice organization that protects and strengthens the rights and dignity of AAPI communities, especially those that are most disadvantaged. Byrd Cancer Education and Advocacy (BCEA) BCEA’s mission is to effectively assist individuals battling cancer by connecting them to vital support and resources. BCEA ensures that all relevant information reaches those in need, guiding them towards the resources necessary to fight their battle against cancer. Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Santa Rosa Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Santa Rosa creates access to opportunities for self-sufficiency by providing innovative and compassionate services to people of all backgrounds, beliefs and cultures. Chosen Hearts Chosen Hearts’ mission is to rebuild lives and restore hope by fostering a sense of community and creating lasting, positive change. Columbia Student Medical Outreach The Columbia Student Medical Outreach Program (CoSMO) Clinic is the oldest and largest student-run free clinic at the Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons at Columbia University. At its core, CoSMO is guided by the belief that all people—regardless of immigration or insurance status—deserve access to high-quality, equitable medical care. Eagle’s Nest Community Kitchen and Resource Center and Mobile Pantry Eagle’s Nest Community Kitchen, Resource Center and Mobile Pantry’s mission is to empower underserved and rural communities through hands-on STEM education grounded in sustainable agriculture. By combining mobile workshops, community gardens, and mentorship, they deliver accessible training in science, technology, engineering, and math that builds practical skills, advances food security, and fosters environmental stewardship. Through collaborative partnerships and by honoring local knowledge, they cultivate resilient communities and inspire the next generation of agricultural innovators. eClose Institute eClose Institute’s mission is to make medically relevant scientific discoveries using an education platform that embraces equality and empowers participants to contribute ideas, life experience and experimental data to improve disease treatment. Equal Hope Equal Hope is an organization dedicated to saving lives and improving quality of life by eliminating health inequities. This organization challenges the status quo in striving to understand the context of people’s lives and the barriers they experience to help them achieve better health outcomes for their lives. Through research, quality assessment and improvements, advocacy, education, and patient navigation, they approach health holistically to achieve sustainable outcomes and true health equity. Food For Free Committee Food For Free improves access to healthy food through establishing innovative programming and partnerships to overcome barriers and strengthen the community food system. They believe that access to healthy food is a fundamental right. Grassroots Gardens of Western New York (GGRWNY) The missions of GGRWNY is to share knowledge, powers, and resources to grow health food, heal systemic harm, and strengthen neighborhood connections through community gardens. Greater Providence YMCA (GPYMCA) GPYMCA builds healthy spirit, mind, and body for all, through inclusive programs and relationships grounded in core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. Programs are intentionally designed to close equity gaps in health, education, and wellness. GPYMCA serves individuals and families across all life stages and income levels, including medically vulnerable and underserved populations. Hearts of Valor INC Hearts of Valor’s missions it to keep the heart pumping through advocacy, collaboration, education, and support. Ibn Sina Foundation Ibn Sina Foundation ensures the health of the community by providing integrated, preventive, and primary care in a clinical setting through the dissemination and application of health-related knowledge, thereby enhancing the quality of life for future generations. India Home India Home is a non-profit organization dedicated to addressing the needs of and empowering the South Asian and Indo-Caribbean senior immigrant community in New York City through culturally competent services. At India Home’s centers, seniors find community and resources through a diverse range of programs and activities. Programs include congregate meals, creative aging programs, case management programs, and educational talks on health, nutrition, financial safeguards and elder law. La Colaborativa La Colaborativa empowers the Latinx community, enhancing social and economic health, and holding institutional decision-makers accountable. Lancaster County Food Hub At the heart of the Lancaster County Food Hub’s (LCFH) work is a strong commitment to meeting basic human needs, fostering respectful relationships, and connecting neighbors with supportive services in a nurturing and welcoming environment. Guided by their vision of a Lancaster County where every individual is supported and empowered to live with dignity and stability, they strive to not only provide immediate relief but also to create pathways to lasting self-sufficiency. Maryland Foundation of Dentistry (MFD) MFD is dedicated to improving oral health outcomes and preserving dental function for one of the state’s most vulnerable populations: adults with intellectual, physical, and/or developmental disabilities who are unable to afford the cost of dental care. Maternity Care Coalition (MCC) The missions of MCC is to improve the health and well-being of pregnant women and parenting families and enhance school readiness for children 0-3. MCC achieves this through direct service, advocacy, and research, in collaboration with individuals, families, providers, and communities. Medical Motor Service of Rochester and Monroe County, Inc. Medical Motor Service of Rochester and Monroe County’s mission is to provide specialized transportation for community organizations, as well as individuals with disabilities and special needs to improve their independence and quality of life. Milwaukee Consortium for Hmong Health (MCHH) MCHH’s mission is to create a thriving and healthy Southeast Asian and Hispanic community by empowering families through education and screenings. MCHH utilizes established community health workers and focuses on addressing health disparities related to cancer and chronic disease among the Hmong, Bumese, Karen, Karenni, Lao, and Hispanic populations living in Milwaukee, WI and other areas if needed. Mission Hospice and Home Care Mission Hospice and Home Care is delivering compassionate support and exceptional care in the home for individuals and communities, guiding them with choice and dignity to navigate significant care decisions. North Alabama AHEC (NAAHEC) The mission of the NAAHEC is to improve healthcare access, quality, and equity in rural and underserved communities across North Alabama. They strengthen the health workforce - particularly through the development of community health workers by providing comprehensive training, resources, and advocacy. By fostering strong community partnerships and promoting healthcare literacy, NAAHEC aims to address disparities, improve outcomes, and cultivate a healthier future for North Alabama. Our Neighbors’ Table Hunger comes in many forms. Our Neighbors’ Table is committed to establishing a community that provides for the whole person with nourishing food, kindness and dignity. Panhandle Breast Health Panhandle Breast Health works to decrease breast cancer deaths by providing education and reducing financial barriers to increase screening rates. Pitney Meadows Community Farm Founded in 2026, Pitney Meadows Community Farm’s mission is to celebrate and explore agricultural education, healthy food production, and recreation. Located on 166 acres in the heart of the city of Saratoga Springs and preserved in perpetuity as a working farm, Pitney Meadows is a unique resource. Prince William County Community Foundation (PWCCF) PWCCF’s mission is to create a stronger, healthier, and more connected community by addressing critical needs in food insecurity, health & wellness, scholarship, and philanthropy. PWCCF is committed to empowering individuals and families through equitable access to nutritious food, comprehensive healthcare, educational opportunities, and community-driven support. By fostering partnerships and promoting sustainable solutions, PWCCF aims to enhance the quality of life for all, ensuring a brighter future for every member of their community. Raytown Christian Church (Raytown Summer Lunch Ministry) Raytown Summer Lunch Ministry’s mission is to provide nutritious and kid-friendly meals to children during the summer months when they are not in school and receiving school meals. Regents of the University of California, Davis UC Davis Health is improving lives and transforming health care by providing excellent patient care, conducting groundbreaking research, fostering innovative, interprofessional education, and creating dynamic, productive partnerships with the community. RSVP Volunteers RSVP Volunteers creates and runs unique community programs powered by skilled volunteers to advance education and wellness for all ages and strengthen nonprofits through capacity-building and volunteer services. Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County, in collaboration with partners, provides dignified, equitable and consistent access to nutritious food, creating a foundation for community health. The Icla da Silva Foundation The mission of the Icla da Silva Foundation is to save the lives of patients whose only cure is a bone marrow transplant by providing financial, emotional, and logistical support to remove barriers to treatment. There With Care of the Bay Area Founded in 2012, the mission of There With Care of the Bay Area is to provide a wide range of meaningful and fundamental services to children and families during the critical phase of a medical crisis. Universal Community Health Center Universal Community Health Center’s mission is to provide quality and accessible healthcare to under-served communities and to provide a patient centered model of care to empower communities towards wellness. West Cancer Foundation West Cancer Foundation breaks through barriers to cancer care and improves patient outcomes by providing accessible patient resources, early detection and education, and community-based research. Westside Family Healthcare Westside Family Healthcare’s mission is to improve the health of communities by providing equal access to quality healthcare, regardless of ability to pay. National Strategic Collaborations Foundation of Asthma and Allergy Impact Rescue (AAIR) The mission of The Foundation for Asthma and Allergy Impact and Rescue (AAIR) is to make sure that every child is rescued at school, healthy at home, and connected to care. Family Reach Foundation Family Reach is a nonprofit that provides non-medical financial support to families facing cancer. Cancer treatment requires more than medicine — families need a roof over their heads and food on their tables to survive. If a family can’t meet these basic needs, cancer treatment takes a back seat. They work with patients, providers, and community organizations to challenge the systems that force families to choose between their health and their home. LUNGevity Foundation LUNGevity Foundation is transforming what it means to be diagnosed and live with lung cancer through research, advocacy, and community. This mission brings them closer to their vision: a world where no one dies of lung cancer. Association of Black Cardiologists The Association of Black Cardiologists is dedicated to preventing and treating cardiovascular disease, including stroke, through education, research, advocacy, and community engagement, striving for optimal health for all by eliminating disparities. Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation (CCF) The Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation’s (CCF) mission is to find a cure and improve the quality of life for those affected by cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer). Founded in 2006, in Salt Lake City, UT, by a family who lost a loved one to cholangiocarcinoma, CCF has grown to become the leading global resource in research, education, and public awareness. ZERO Prostate Cancer Zero Prostate Cancer’s mission is to improve and save lives from prostate cancer through advocacy, awareness, education, and support. GO2 for Lung Cancer GO2 for Lung Cancer relentlessly confronts lung cancer on every front, every day, for everyone. As the nation’s leading lung cancer advocacy organization that was founded by patients and survivors, they are dedicated to increasing survival and quality of life for those at risk, diagnosed, and living with lung cancer. National Minority Quality Forum The National Minority Quality Forum (NMQF) is a national 501(c)(3) with a mission to reduce patient risk for all. Young Survival Coalition (Breast) Young Survival Coalition supports the young breast cancer community and ignites global collaboration to improve quality of life worldwide. Black Women’s Health Imperative Black Women’s Health Imperative’s mission is to solve the most critical health issues that Black women and girls face through innovative programs, transformative research, and lifesaving policies.
No. 14 Florida looks to extend SEC lead at Georgia
No. 14 Florida, sitting alone atop the Southeastern Conference, will try to duplicate its defensive effort from the weekend when they travel to play high-scoring Georgia on Wednesday night in Athens, Ga.
NM high schoolers compete in Southeastern NM Regional Science Bowl
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – High school students from across New Mexico spent this weekend participating in a tournament of knowledge. The Southeastern New Mexico Regional Science Bowl puts teams to the te…
Portland plant nursery closing after 14 years in business
Birds and Bees nursery in Southeast Portland is closing soon after 14 years in business.
No. 25 Tennessee hits road for rematch vs. rebounding Kentucky
Peaking as it enters the second half of Southeastern Conference play, No. 25 Tennessee is searching for revenge and its fifth straight win on Saturday against Kentucky in Lexington, Ky.
Alabama tackles rival Auburn with Charles Bediako case pending
Alabama split back-to-back games against Southeastern Conference co-leaders Florida and Texas A&M.
SEC commissioner warns Bediako case threatens college sports ahead of Friday hearing
Southeastern Conference Commissioner Greg Sankey warned that allowing former professional athletes to return to college competition would threaten the foundation of college sports, as a judge prepares to hear arguments Friday in the NCAA eligibility case involving Alabama basketball player Charles Bediako.
SEC financial boom brings revenue to $1.1 billion, but can it catch the Big Ten?
The Southeastern Conference released financial records that show business is booming after a new deal with ESPN. But can it match Big Ten's wealth?
A tumultuous two decades in Thailand's politics
Thailand has seen two coups, multiple rounds of street protests and court rulings that have brought down five prime ministers in the past two decades, underlining the intractable power struggle between conservatives, reformists and populists in the Southeast Asian country.
Following recent resignations, levee expert sees politics dominating flood protection authority
Two resignations from the Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority East has left the agency with commissioners who have been appointed by Louisiana's governor.
Zoning change sought to turn southeast Rochester hotel into behavioral health facility
A zoning change will be considered Monday for a 25-year-old southeast Rochester hotel eyed for conversion into a 94-bed substance-abuse treatment facility.
UT Martin visits Western Illinois following Nicastro's 27-point game
UT Martin Skyhawks (11-8, 7-3 OVC) at Western Illinois Leathernecks (17-3, 9-2 OVC) Macomb, Illinois; Saturday, 2 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Western Illinois takes on UT Martin after Mia Nicastro scored 27 points in Western Illinois' 69-55 win over the Southeast Missouri State Redhawks. The Leathernecks are 10-0 on their home court.
India reports two Nipah virus infections as Thai, Malaysia step up screening
India is monitoring Nipah virus infections, with two reported from its eastern state of West Bengal since December, the health ministry said, as some Southeast Asia nations step up scrutiny of air travellers.
Auburn, Texas clash in wake of wins over ranked opponents
Host Auburn has won three straight games and has seemingly found its stride but will need to be at its best when enigmatic Texas comes calling on Wednesday in a Southeastern Conference contest.
Dedan Thomas Jr., LSU aim to topple reeling Mississippi State
LSU and Mississippi State are both in the bottom quadrant of the Southeastern Conference standings.
Nate Adams Brings National Championship Pedigree to Redhawks Sports Performance
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – Nate Adams was hired as Southeast Missouri's Director of Sports Performance Tuesday.
Tennessee's tough task: Slow down high-octane Georgia
Tennessee, which boasts the No. 1-ranked defense in the Southeastern Conference, will try to slow down the league's top offensive team when it visits Georgia on Wednesday in Athens, Ga.
Faded hand shape in Indonesian cave may be world’s oldest rock art
A hand stencil left on an Indonesian cave wall at least 67,800 years ago may reveal how and when ancient humans reached a lost continent known as Sahul that once linked Australia with southeast Asia.
Rochester City Council to make final vote on proposed sports and recreation complex
The council will take up the final plat for the 158-acre project in southeast Rochester.
Investigation underway after man was shot to death at southeast Houston sports bar, HPD says
An investigation is underway after a man was shot to death at a bar in southeast Houston on Monday night, according to the Houston Police Department.
Costs soar to more than $100K for Portland business plagued by repeated HVAC thefts
Montavilla Sewing Center in Southeast Portland is speaking out after the business’s HVAC units have been stripped of parts five times in the last four months.
Michigan businesses emerge from a turbulent year with cautious hope
John Long, COO of the Southeast Michigan Chamber of Commerce, described the outlook for 2026 as one of "economic confusion."
Ohio University’s Academic Health Sciences Center to improve health outcomes, access across Southeast Ohio and beyond
The Ohio Academic Health Sciences Center (OHIO-AHSC) will address significant health challenges and health care workforce shortages across the state, particularly in rural and Appalachian communities.
This Week in Texas: Venezuela fallout, improving political dialogue
On the latest episode of This Week in Texas, ABC13 takes a hard look at the developments in Venezuela and what they could mean for southeast Texas.
Royal Caribbean's Singapore season highlights food, entertainment
Ovation of the Seas mirrors the tastes, comfort foods and culinary curiosity of Singapore – Royal Caribbean International’s Southeast Asia homeport.
Tax hikes coming to some Southeast DC businesses — and they welcome what it means
The Soul of the City Business Improvement District, which plans to transform Congress Heights and nearby neighborhoods, will fund local business growth, workforce development and community revitalization.
Mississippi State, Oklahoma put five-game winning streaks to test
Oklahoma and Mississippi State will put five-game winning streaks on the line in a Southeastern Conference showdown on Wednesday in Starkville, Miss.
Back in the Home State - Kansas State University Athletics
Jeremiah Johnson, a native of Scandia, Kansas, remembers the two-hour drives southeast to Manhattan for summer coaching clinics at Bill Snyder Family Stadium...
Stephen F. Austin knocks off Southeastern Louisiana 73-63
HAMMOND, La. (AP) Lateef Patrick and Keon Thompson scored 17 points apiece in Stephen F. Austin's 73-63 victory over Southeastern Louisiana on Saturday.
ENTERTAINMENT: ‘Small Works on Paper’ opens Monday
“Small Works on Paper,” the Arkansas Arts Council’s annual traveling exhibit of works no larger than 18-by-24 inches, opens Monday at the Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas.
Spruce Root's upcoming workshop guides business owners to lead through uncertainty
Michael Mausbach joins KCAW for the Morning Interview to discuss how the 3-day workshop can support Southeast Alaska entrepreneurs.
In 2026, resolve to become a citizen scientist
Monitoring nest boxes for Southeastern American kestrels is one example of citizen science.
Homegrown entertainment catches on across Southeast Asia in 2025
Increase in middle-income earners boosts experimental spending
Argument at southeast Atlanta business ends in deadly gunfire
DEADLY SHOOTING: A 26-year-old man was fatally shot following a dispute that began inside a store on Jonesboro Road SE and spilled into a nearby complex.
South Carolina hopes to find shooting stroke vs. Albany
South Carolina knows its postseason hopes will ultimately come down to how the team performs in Southeastern Conference play, which begins Saturday with a home showdown against No. 11 Vanderbilt.
Mid-Ohio Valley Entertainment Commission making progress ahead of the new year
MARIETTA, Ohio - The Mid-Ohio Valley Entertainment Commission continues to advance with its goals of bringing Hollywood to Southeast Ohio.
Meet the third-generation Louisiana gas station CEO who chairs trade group for $906B industry
Growing up in the 1990s in tiny Mansura, about 30 miles southeast of Alexandria, Annie Gauthier dreamed of becoming a historian and later toyed with the idea of law school.
Hochul signs bills into law to regulate kratom drug products in New York
Kratom is a leaf that naturally occurs in Southeast Asia that has mild sedative effects when chewed.
Medical giant Mayo closes 6 rural health clinics in Minnesota there could be more to come
Mayo Clinic Health Systems just closed a half dozen clinics in rural towns and small cities in southeastern Minnesota, and it is consolidating some others, as the giant medical care provider struggles with staffing shortages in rural areas.
On verge of AP Top 25, LSU welcomes Southeastern Louisiana
LSU is off to arguably its best start of the Matt McMahon era as it continues its nonconference slate against Southeastern Louisiana on Friday night in Baton Rouge, La.
Milwaukee snow removal businesses thrive in recent snow surplus
More snow is expected to hit southeastern Wisconsin through Sunday morning.
Anwar to Cut Small Business Costs After Poor Poll, Bernama Says
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced measures to help reduce cost burdens for small and medium enterprises in the Southeast Asian country, according to a Bernama report, days after his coalition performed poorly in state legislative elections in Sabah.
SEA Games 2025: Preview, schedule and how to watch Southeast Asian sporting action live
Discover the key details of the 33rd edition of the Southeast Asian Games, taking place in Bangkok and Chonburi, Thailand.
HEALTH FIRST: Heart health care in Southeastern North Carolina
Dr. Peter Kane, a heart surgeon with Novant Health, was in the studio to talk more about heart health care and the national recognition he and his partner, Dr. Marks, recently received.
Missouri sports betting market officially launched: Bank $3,000 in sportsbook sign-up bonuses
Missourians can now place sports bets with mobile apps and get Missouri sports betting offers for the Missouri betting launch
Dr. Rhonda Richards named Dean of John Massey School of Business | Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Southeastern Oklahoma State University has announced the appointment of alumna Dr. Rhonda Richards as Dean of the John Massey School of Business. Richards has served as Interim Dean of the Massey School – which includes AACSB-accredited business programs, AABI-accredited aviation programs, and BC
From Sidelines to Center Court
WSF conducted a three-year research initiative funded by the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation focused on addressing access, engagement, and retention in sports for girls as well as the lack of women coaches working in the youth sports space. This research focused on the regions of Southeast Michigan and Western New York and has widespread […]