Dinesh Kumar

ELERTS today announced that Metrolink, Southern California's regional commuter rail system, has launched its new Safe Ride app, powered by the ELERTS PROTECT communication platform. The app gives passengers and transit personnel multiple quick and easy ways to report safety concerns, operational issues, and customer experiences through their mobile phones. Now available to riders, Safe Ride turns Metrolink passengers and frontline workers across the region into an active safety network while improving the rider experience. "Commuter rail riders cover a lot of ground, and they see things no camera or patrol ever will," said Ed English, CEO of ELERTS. "Metrolink is giving every one of those riders a direct line to the people who can act on what they see. That's not just an app. That's a safety network that grows with every rider who downloads it." With Safe Ride, riders and employees can selectively report descriptions of safety hazards, suspicious ... Continue reading →

The day-to-day grind can take its toll. Relationships suffer, health is spotty, sleep is interrupted. Something is off and has to change. The new “Corporate Detox” program is a private mentorship for women who are ready to break up with the corporate conditioning that's taught them to override themselves. Kristy Cerullo, MBA, the founder of Dark Moon Energy Work, developed and leads the program. She helps give a voice to the energies that keep women stuck, cause physical pain, or prevent healthy relationships so that they can move past them and lead more fulfilled lives. Corporate Detox helps untangle the complicated dynamic between women’s bodies and their work lives – which seem to often be at odds with each other. Many women have been rewarded for rooting themselves in corporate patterns around productivity, but their body is telling them something has to change. Some have already left corporate, but realize they brought the same patterns with them. Or ... Continue reading →

StaticStop, a division of SelecTech, Inc. and a leader in innovative flooring solutions, will exhibit at SMTA's Space Coast Expo & Tech Forum on Thursday, Nov. 12, at Melbourne Auditorium, 625 E. Hibiscus Blvd. in Melbourne, Florida. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. StaticStop will showcase flooring designed to protect sensitive electronics from electrostatic discharge while helping facilities limit installation downtime. The free event brings together electronics manufacturing professionals for technical presentations, networking and an exhibition of industry suppliers. Attendee registration includes admission to the expo, technical sessions and lunch. "The Space Coast Expo brings together the engineers, manufacturers and suppliers working in electronics, aerospace and defense, which makes it a natural fit for StaticStop," said Thomas Ricciardelli, president of SelecTech, Inc. "We look forward to talking with attendees about the static-control challenges in ... Continue reading →

Harris Hearth will welcome the holiday season with eight handcrafted flavors in its 2026 Holiday Panettone Capsule, beginning in early November. The Acton microbakery’s lineup includes Candied Pear & Dark Chocolate; Candied Apricot, Orange & Gianduia; traditional Classico; Pistachio, Amarena & White Chocolate; Candied Apple, Maple & Pecan; and a Cranberry & White Chocolate panettone featuring New England cranberries. Each is naturally leavened with Harris Hearth’s lievito madre and made through the bakery’s four-day panettone process. “Panettone doesn’t respond very well to deadlines,” said Andreas Apostolopoulos, owner and baker at Harris Hearth. “From preparing the lievito madre through mixing, fermentation, proofing, baking and cooling, we’re working with it for four days. There really isn’t a shortcut if you want the texture and structure that make panettone what it is.” That lengthy process means ... Continue reading →

Scientists have identified two threats with the potential to bring about human extinction: nuclear conflict and the malicious use of artificial intelligence, including AI-enabled biological weapons. The findings come from the Lancet Commission on 21st Century Global Threats to Health, published in October 2026, which examined 17 major dangers facing humanity between 2025 and 2100. The assessment raises urgent questions about global security, civil defence and how ordinary families could survive the consequences of a catastrophic emergency. The international scientific assessment examines threats ranging from pandemics and climate change to armed conflict and emerging technologies. While the likelihood of human extinction remains low, researchers warn that nuclear conflict and malicious AI applications could have consequences far beyond conventional disasters. Unlike many other global health threats, these scenarios have the potential to end human civilisation altogether. One of the ... Continue reading →

Children’s author Michael Eastwood, known to young readers as “Cowboy Mike,” today announced the release of Cowboy Mike and Winston: A Day at the Ball Game, the eighth book in his Cowboy Mike and Winston series. The picture book features former Chicago White Sox manager Pedro Grifol and is available now on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. All of Eastwood’s proceeds from the series go to Pony 4 Precious, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting children’s literacy. In the story, Cowboy Mike and his miniature pony, Winston, leave the ranch for the ballpark, where they meet Grifol and receive an unexpected invitation to serve as batboys. From the dugout to the field, young readers learn about the ballpark, equipment, the people who make a game happen, and baseball traditions, along with lessons in teamwork, listening, responsibility, and trying something new. “Pedro has spent his career living and teaching the game of baseball,” said Eastwood. “I ... Continue reading →

StaticStop, a division of SelecTech, Inc. and a leader in innovative flooring solutions, will exhibit at PCB Carolina 2026 on Wednesday, Nov. 11, at the McKimmon Center at NC State University in Raleigh, North Carolina. The company will showcase its ESD flooring tiles, designed to protect sensitive electronics and equipment from electrostatic discharge while delivering immediate benefits and long-term value in electronics manufacturing and other demanding environments. PCB Carolina is an annual electronics conference and trade show serving professionals involved in PCB design, manufacturing, assembly, testing, and related fields. The event features technical sessions, keynote speakers, and vendor exhibitions with over 100 companies representing products and services throughout the electronics industry. “PCB Carolina brings together the people designing, building and testing electronics, which makes it an ideal audience for StaticStop,” said Thomas Ricciardelli, president ... Continue reading →

Moderate, Compassionate Republican and former independent candidate for Arizona Congressional District 2 announces his candidacy for President of The United States of America in 2028. Publish Author and Combat Veteran leaves quite life in the Arizona mountains to severe again in 2028. Graduate of the University of Colorado in Colorado Springs and Geology and Environmental Scientist and former professional fly fishing guide and trauma survivor announces his decision to Run for President of the United States of America in 2028. Latest book "Untamable" just published on Amazon 1 October 2026. It documents the Decision to run for president and the determination to serve the nation again after his retirement from the Army in 2012 and CEO role of the Busby Jade Mine. A Compassionate and caring retired Chief Warrant Officer who served 7 tours of Duty before a medical retirement in 2012. Willing to work with others using common sense and practical skills to solve the problems that ... Continue reading →

At the Food Service Tech Expo at the London ExCeL, OiL Chef won the top award for its innovation and simplicity, making the choice easy for the industry-leading judges, who had reviewed many finalists for this Top award. Judges from The Karali Group, Future of Hospitality and Beaconstead were impressed at the fast return on investment for operators and the sustainability attributes. The judges were equally impressed when they found out that fresh hand-breaded bone-in chicken that would normally take 18 minutes in a pressure fryer to cook can now cook in 14 minutes when OiL Chef is used in the fryer, and that fresh hand-battered fish can cook 2 minutes quicker and fresh hand-cut chips at least 30 seconds quicker. These efficiencies not only created faster service but also significantly reduced the energy consumption, saving more money for operators and further reducing carbon footprint. With costs rising and profits shrinking, OiL Chef has been declared the official 2026 best ... Continue reading →

Brooklyn, NY, USA, October 1, 2026 -- Outstanding sterling silver flatware sets and individual pieces will take center stage in SJ Auctioneers’ online-only Estate Silverware, Toys, Décor & Glass Art auction slated for Sunday, October 18th, beginning promptly at 6pm Eastern time. Of the 20 expected top lots, fully 15 are sterling silver, a category for which SJ Auctioneers has become rather famous.  The auction, with 281 quality lots, is live now, on LiveAuctioneers.com. The catalog is filled with world-famous artists, designers and silversmiths, names such as Kirk, Alexander Macrae, Buccellati, Pampaloni, Gorham, David Webb, Tiffany & Co., David Yurman, International Sterling, Marco Bicego, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Nintendo, Herend, Disney, Dinky, Mojo Lesney, Limoges, Steuben, Baccarat, Lalique, Cartier, ST DuPont, and many others.  The sterling silver category will be led by a set of 12 early Kirk repousse goblets in perfect, immaculate condition, ... Continue reading →

As conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine continue to demonstrate how quickly security conditions can change, British manufacturer Castellex reports growing international interest in family-sized fallout shelters, private bunkers and professional NBC/CBRN air filtration. Hertford, United Kingdom, September 30, 2026 -- The world has entered a period in which personal emergency preparedness is moving from a niche interest into a serious consideration for families in many countries. The continuing Russia–Ukraine war, escalating conflict involving Iran and the United States, tensions involving Israel and neighbouring Middle Eastern countries, and the widespread use of missiles and drones have changed perceptions of how quickly civilians can find themselves affected by events previously considered distant. Recent events have also demonstrated that modern conflicts do not necessarily remain within the borders of the countries where they begin. Missile and drone attacks can threaten ... Continue reading →

Repair Shop Solutions, a provider of digital vehicle inspection (DVI) software for independent auto repair shops, today announced a major upgrade to its built-in photo editor, giving technicians and service advisors the most complete set of in-app image markup tools available in a DVI platform. The new editor is built directly into every inspection photo, so technicians never have to leave the RSS DVI platform or use a separate app to prepare an image before sending it to a customer. Highlights of the new photo editor include: Quick Arrow Tool — The editor opens with the arrow tool selected by default, letting technicians point directly at a worn part, a leak, or a crack in seconds. Arrows default to red for maximum visibility against most vehicle components. Shape Highlighting — Technicians can draw circles, rectangles, or triangles around a specific area of concern, drawing the customer's eye to exactly what needs attention. Crop — Remove distracting background ... Continue reading →

Charlene Wexler, Richmond, IL-based award-winning author of seven books, recently appeared on host Henry McCarthy’s popular radio show “Poets and Writers” on radio station WEHC 90.7, the Voice of Southwest Virginia, to talk about some of her books and short stories. Wexler discussed her books Murder on Skid Row, historical fiction about two real-life murders on Chicago’s Skid Row in the 1960s; Farewell to South Shore and We Won’t Go Back, novels about a mother and daughter’s journey from the idyllic 1950s through the fight for women’s rights in the late 20th Century up to the present day; and her latest book, Elephants in the Room, which features short stories and essays examining life, love, and the tragedy and comedy of the human condition, “relating to the laughter and tears inherent in living life,” Wexler said. Concerning Wexler’s books and short stories commenting on life, McCarthy on the broadcast said, “Thank ... Continue reading →

valueGLASS is calling attention to the loss of independent auto glass businesses in Kitsap County following Auto Glass Plus becoming part of Safelite. The Bremerton shop has published an owner commentary explaining why losing a competitor matters to customers and the community. Washington's Department of Enterprise Services identifies Safelite as the former Auto Glass Plus in Bremerton on its auto glass contract and provides an assignment and assumption document. "We are sad that we lost a worthy competitor, and we are sad for the community," said Charles Groves, owner of valueGLASS. "Strong independent shops give people real choices. We want to earn customers through our work, service and pricing." Groves argues that a shop remaining open does not preserve the same competitive choice when its ownership joins an existing chain. He encourages customers to ask who owns a business and compare complete estimates. valueGLASS offers a $50 Price Beat Guarantee against ... Continue reading →

The Southland Symphony Orchestra opens its 2026–27 season with "An American Journey", a special concert exploring the stories, ideals, hopes, and experiences that have helped shape the United States. Ontario, CA, September 26, 2026 -- The concert will be presented on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. at Bethel Congregational Church, 536 N. Euclid Ave., Ontario, CA 91762, under the direction of Dr. Sylvia Lee Mann, Music Director and Conductor. At the heart of the program is Peter Boyer's powerful multimedia work Ellis Island: The Dream of America, which combines symphony orchestra and visual images with the words of immigrants who entered the United States through Ellis Island. Their real-life recollections are portrayed by actors as the orchestra provides a sweeping musical setting, bringing individual experiences of departure, uncertainty, hope, and new beginnings to life. The program also features Aaron Copland's Lincoln Portrait, with Terry Weatherby, ... Continue reading →

Frisco, TX and Avon, MA, September 15, 2026 -- StaticStop, a division of SelecTech, Inc., will exhibit Sept. 28-30 at the 48th annual EOS/ESD Symposium & Exhibits at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Dallas Frisco Hotel & Convention Center, 7600 John Q. Hammons Drive in Frisco, Texas. StaticStop representatives will showcase StaticStop ESD flooring at Booth 40. The annual symposium brings together engineers, technical specialists, manufacturers and ESD program professionals to examine electrostatic discharge and electrical overstress - and to turn that knowledge into practical solutions for electronic components, systems, equipment and manufacturing environments. StaticStop President Thomas Ricciardelli brings a second perspective to those conversations. In addition to developing StaticStop flooring systems, he is an active EOS/ESD Association volunteer and chairs the association's Flooring Working Group, WG 7.0. "At this event, you can talk about a flooring problem in the ... Continue reading →

Johnson Brunetti, an independent retirement and investment specialty firm founded in 2003, will host a women-only dinner workshop on Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026, at 6 p.m. at Teresa’s Ristorante Bar & Pizzeria, 100 Sylvan Rd., Woburn, MA. The complimentary event is designed for women ages 55 and older who are within five years of retirement or already retired. Advance registration is required. The interactive workshop, entitled Taking Control: Empowering Women to Understand Their Financial Future, will be presented by Jen Killilea, a financial advisor at Johnson Brunetti. The one-hour, pre-dinner session will be held in a supportive environment for women to openly ask questions and gain insight into retirement planning. Attendees will learn strategies for creating a secure financial future. “Women today are making important financial decisions for themselves and their families, whether they are single, divorced, widowed or married,” said Killilea. “This ... Continue reading →

Franklin, MA, Needham, MA, Norwell, MA and Woburn, MA, September 2, 2026 -- Johnson Brunetti, an independent retirement and investment specialty firm founded in 2003, will host a complimentary retirement planning dinner event, Money Wisdom & Wine, on Thursday, Sept. 17, 2026, beginning at 6 p.m. at GlenPharmer Distillery, 860 West Central St. in Franklin. Designed for individuals nearing retirement or already retired, the event will offer a fresh perspective on financial planning in a relaxed setting. Advance registration is required. The evening will cover key retirement planning topics, including Social Security claiming strategies, required minimum distribution (RMD) tax strategies and healthcare planning. Guests will also learn how to identify potential tax pitfalls in retirement and build a customized financial plan for the journey ahead. Following dinner, guests will enjoy a guided tour of GlenPharmer’s distillery and barrel room for a behind-the-scenes look at how its ... Continue reading →

Henrietta, NY and Avon, MA, September 1, 2026 -- Static electricity may be invisible. The damage it can cause, and the downtime that can follow, certainly is not. StaticStop, a division of SelecTech, Inc. will bring that conversation., to SMTA's Empire Expo & Tech Forum on Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026. The event will take place at the RIT Inn & Conference Center, 5257 West Henrietta Road in Henrietta, New York, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. "The best time to talk about ESD flooring is before static or a worn-out floor becomes a production problem," said Thomas Ricciardelli, president of SelecTech, Inc. "The Empire Expo gives us a chance to hear what manufacturers are dealing with and show them flooring options that protect sensitive equipment without turning installation into a major shutdown." For facilities that cannot afford lengthy downtime, StaticStop offers adhesive-free, interlocking ESD flooring options such as SelecTile ESD and FreeStyle ESD. The tiles can ... Continue reading →

New England heavy metal band B.F. Raid continues to expand the reach of its new album, Combat Zone, with new radio support on both sides of the border. WNES (The Sound of New England) has added Combat Zone to its rotation, while Estación Rock in Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico, has added B.F. Raid to its programming and will feature “The Greatest Show in Town” during its Friday-night broadcast. The two additions connect B.F. Raid with audiences through two distinctly different but equally important independent media outlets. WNES is a newly launched online radio show and media project created to provide a radio-style platform for local New England bands. Estación Rock is a long-running Mexican rock and metal program with roots stretching back to 1986 and a history of introducing listeners to established, emerging and independent artists from around the world. For B.F. Raid, the addition of Combat Zone to WNES is particularly meaningful. The album was conceived as ... Continue reading →