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Televerse 26 Reunites Casts of Popular Thriller Revenge and Seminal Teen Drama My So-Called Life
WASHINGTON, June 26 -- The Television Academy issued the following news release on June 25, 2026:
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Televerse 26 Reunites Casts of Popular Thriller Revenge and Seminal Teen Drama My So-Called Life
The Television Academy today announced additional programming for Televerse 26, the only festival from the presenters of the renowned Emmy Awards, to take fans, television aficionados and industry insiders behind the scenes of award-winning shows, Aug. 14-16, 2026, at the JW Marriott at L.A. LIVE.
Televerse is a celebration of all things television, including Emmy-nominated programs, innovative
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WASHINGTON, June 26 -- The Television Academy issued the following news release on June 25, 2026:
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Televerse 26 Reunites Casts of Popular Thriller Revenge and Seminal Teen Drama My So-Called Life
The Television Academy today announced additional programming for Televerse 26, the only festival from the presenters of the renowned Emmy Awards, to take fans, television aficionados and industry insiders behind the scenes of award-winning shows, Aug. 14-16, 2026, at the JW Marriott at L.A. LIVE.
Televerse is a celebration of all things television, including Emmy-nominated programs, innovativestorytellers and beloved content, providing attendees with unprecedented opportunities to come face-to-face with their favorite stars on their favorite shows while offering insights and expertise from craftspeople, tech pioneers and innovators across the industry.
Latest Televerse additions include:
Revenge 15-Year Reunion
Revenge, a modern reimagining of The Count of Monte Cristo set in the Hamptons, became a bonafide hit when it debuted in 2011 dominating primetime viewership as viewers followed Emily Thorne/Amanda Clarke's mission to exact retribution on the powerful family that destroyed her father. Fifteen years later the cast of Revenge reunites to revisit the relationships, rivalries and dramatic twists that made the series a watercooler phenomenon and its influence in the years since. Confirmed panelists include cast members Emily VanCamp, Christa B. Allen, Josh Bowman, Ashley Madekwe, Gabriel Mann, Connor Paolo and Nick Wechsler.
My So-Called Life Reunion
Winnie Holzman's authentic look at the inner life of 15-year-old Angela Chase (played by Claire Danes) and the lives of her friends and family in the suburbs of Pittsburgh changed TV -- and teen narratives -- forever. Despite airing just 19 episodes, the series not only redefined what a "coming-of-age" story could look like, it fearlessly explored the social issues of the mid-1990s from homophobia and homelessness to school violence, teenage alcoholism and more.
The cast members and creatives behind the seminal series will revisit the lasting influence of My So-Called Life, from the show's legacy and impact on the teen TV canon as we know it today to its timeless ability to connect with new audiences more than 30 years later. Confirmed panelists include cast members Bess Armstrong, Wilson Cruz, Devon Gummersall, A.J. Langer, Devon Odessa and Co-Executive Producer, Director Scott Winant.
Creating the Sound of a Show
The musical masterminds behind renowned series will provide a live look at the process of composing and songwriting across genres -- from scoring pivotal character moments to creating original songs within the world of a show and more. Confirmed panelists include Rachel Bloom (co-creator, co-showrunner, writer, actor, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend), Kris Bowers (composer, Spider-Noir; Bridgerton; When They See Us), Sherri Chung (composer, Based on a True Story; Found; Riverdale) and David Fleming (composer, Widow's Bay; The Last of Us; Mr. & Mrs. Smith).
Bump in the Night: A Conversation with Horror Showrunners
The showrunners behind horror hits past and present discuss channeling the deepest, darkest anxieties and fears in search of catharsis; using horror and genre elements to subvert audience expectation; and their personal storytelling approach to original, adapted and reimagined horror narratives. Confirmed panelists include Haley Z. Boston (creator, writer, showrunner, executive producer, Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen), Chris Cantwell (co-showrunner, executive producer, The Terror: Devil in Silver) and Victor LaValle (co-showrunner, executive producer, The Terror: Devil in Silver). Additional panelists to be announced.
Previously announced programming includes:
* Band of Brothers 25th Anniversary Reunion
* Star Trek and the Evolution of VFX and Virtual Production
* Acting Class with Henry Winkler
* Scene by Scene with Emmy Award-winning director/producer Paris Barclay
From now until June 30, Early Bird Passes are available at televerse.com. The 3-Day Pass offers full access to all three days of Televerse 26, including all panels, workshops, screenings and Q&As (subject to availability). The Televerse Insider Pass also includes priority, front-of-line access for pre-booked sessions; a one-year subscription to emmy magazine (the Television Academy's award-winning member publication); and 25% off Televerse merchandise.
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Further programming will be announced before the Aug. 14 festival opening.
Televerse is made possible by Television Academy corporate partners Decoy Wines, FIJI Water, Franciacorta, LG, People, The Ritz-Carlton and United Airlines, as well as this year's Televerse sponsors Google TV, LA Times/The Envelope, Scriptation, The Hollywood Reporter, The Wrap and Variety.
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Original text here: https://www.televisionacademy.com/features/news/televerse/260625-televerse
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Steel Imports Up 11.2% in May vs. April
WASHINGTON, June 26 [Category: Steel] (TNSrep) -- The American Iron and Steel Institute posted the following news release:
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Steel Imports Up 11.2% in May vs. April
Finished Import Market Share YTD at 16%
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Based on preliminary Census Bureau data, the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) reported today that the U.S. imported a total of 2,117,000 net tons (NT) of steel in May 2026, including 1,554,000 NT of finished steel (up 11.2% each, respectively, vs. April 2026). Total and finished steel imports are down 26.3% and 26.8%, respectively, year-to-date vs. 2025. Over the 12-month period
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WASHINGTON, June 26 [Category: Steel] (TNSrep) -- The American Iron and Steel Institute posted the following news release:
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Steel Imports Up 11.2% in May vs. April
Finished Import Market Share YTD at 16%
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Based on preliminary Census Bureau data, the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) reported today that the U.S. imported a total of 2,117,000 net tons (NT) of steel in May 2026, including 1,554,000 NT of finished steel (up 11.2% each, respectively, vs. April 2026). Total and finished steel imports are down 26.3% and 26.8%, respectively, year-to-date vs. 2025. Over the 12-month periodJune 2025 to May 2026, total and finished steel imports are down 21.6% and 25.2%, respectively, vs. the prior 12-month period. Finished steel import market share was an estimated 17% in May and is estimated at 16% over the first five months of 2026.
Key steel products with a significant import increase in May compared to April are hot rolled sheets (up 128%), plates in coils (up 78%), oil country goods (up 45%), hot rolled bars (up 29%) and reinforcing bars (up 21%). Products with a significant increase in imports over the 12-month period June 2025 to May 2026 compared to the previous 12-month period include heavy structural shapes (up 21%).
In May, the largest suppliers were South Korea (399,000 NT, up 37% vs. April), Brazil (331,000 NT, up 54%), Canada (281,000 NT, up 5%), Mexico (185,000 NT, down 1%) and Japan (142,000 NT, up 91%). Over the 12-month period June 2025 to May 2026, the largest suppliers were Canada (3,340,000 NT, down 45% compared to the previous 12-months), Brazil (3,227,000 NT, down 28%), South Korea (2,964,000 NT, up 7%), Mexico (2,152,000 NT, down 36%) and Japan (1,083,000 NT, down 5%). Below are charts on steel imports by country and estimated finished steel import market share in recent months.
View the full statistical report here (https://steel-media.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/24205029/IMP2605-1.pdf).
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AISI serves as the voice of the American steel industry in the public policy arena and advances the case for steel in the marketplace as the preferred material of choice. AISI's membership is comprised of integrated and electric arc furnace (EAF) steelmakers, steel pipe and tube manufacturers and steel processors and fabricators, reflecting the production and distribution of both carbon and stainless steels. These steels are critical to America's national and economic security, including roads and bridges, buildings, the electrical grid, cars and trucks and all clean energy technologies. AISI also represents associate members who are suppliers to or customers of the steel industry. For more news about steel and its applications, view AISI's website at www.steel.org. Follow AISI on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter (@AISISteel) or Instagram.
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Original text here: https://www.steel.org/2026/06/steel-imports-up-11-2-in-may-vs-april/
National Corn Growers Association Applaud Supreme Court Decision
CHESTERFIELD, Missouri, June 26 -- The National Corn Growers Association issued the following news on June 25, 2026:
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Corn Growers Applaud Supreme Court Decision
Author: Nicole Hasheider
Today, the United States Supreme Court ruled 7-2 in Monsanto v. Durnell that the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act preempts state labeling requirements that are in addition to or different from federal labeling requirements. This decision puts to rest many years of uncertainty on the future of pesticide labeling and availability for farmers.
"This is great news for all farmers in the
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CHESTERFIELD, Missouri, June 26 -- The National Corn Growers Association issued the following news on June 25, 2026:
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Corn Growers Applaud Supreme Court Decision
Author: Nicole Hasheider
Today, the United States Supreme Court ruled 7-2 in Monsanto v. Durnell that the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act preempts state labeling requirements that are in addition to or different from federal labeling requirements. This decision puts to rest many years of uncertainty on the future of pesticide labeling and availability for farmers.
"This is great news for all farmers in thecountry," said Jed Bower, Ohio farmer and National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) president. "Today's decision reaffirms that FIFRA is the law of the land and states cannot add undue and unproven requirements not backed by science."
The EPA has repeatedly confirmed that glyphosate does not cause cancer, as has every major regulatory body around the world. However, a long series of court cases alleging a failure to warn users of the risks of cancer, despite EPA's repeated conclusion that it does not, have put at odds FIFRA labeling requirements and the ability of states to add additional labels that conflict with federal findings and labels.
Without today's decision, pesticide manufacturers could have been forced to manage state-based labels that contradict federal findings for all products in all 50 states, which would likely have led to increased costs, reduced product availability for farmers and diminished innovation. NCGA highlighted these concerns in an amicus brief submitted to the Supreme Court earlier this year.
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Nicole Hasheider
Vice President, Marketing and Communications
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Original text here: https://www.ncga.com/stay-informed/media/in-the-news/article/2026/06/corn-growers-applaud-supreme-court-decision
[Category: Agriculture]
Hyatt and Parks Hospitality Holdings Share New Details on Upcoming Park Hyatt and Grand Hyatt Hotels in Mexico
WASHINGTON, June 26 [Category: Business] (TNSxrep) -- The International Franchise Association issued the following news release:
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Hyatt and Parks Hospitality Holdings Share New Details on Upcoming Park Hyatt and Grand Hyatt Hotels in Mexico
Park Hyatt Riviera Maya and Grand Hyatt Los Cabos are slated to open in the second half of 2026, bringing two distinct expressions of the Park Hyatt and Grand Hyatt brands to sought-after leisure destinations, with an all-inclusive experience thoughtfully integrated into each stay.
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Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and Parks Hospitality Holdings
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WASHINGTON, June 26 [Category: Business] (TNSxrep) -- The International Franchise Association issued the following news release:
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Hyatt and Parks Hospitality Holdings Share New Details on Upcoming Park Hyatt and Grand Hyatt Hotels in Mexico
Park Hyatt Riviera Maya and Grand Hyatt Los Cabos are slated to open in the second half of 2026, bringing two distinct expressions of the Park Hyatt and Grand Hyatt brands to sought-after leisure destinations, with an all-inclusive experience thoughtfully integrated into each stay.
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Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and Parks Hospitality Holdings("PHH") today announced that Park Hyatt Riviera Maya and Grand Hyatt Los Cabos, both owned by PHH and expected to open in the second half of 2026, will bring new expressions of the Park Hyatt and Grand Hyatt brands in Mexico's leading leisure destinations, with an all-inclusive offering designed to complement each brand's distinctive identity and guest experience.
Park Hyatt Riviera Maya and Grand Hyatt Los Cabos will reflect this approach, combining globally recognized brands with strong loyalty among luxury, business and group travelers and Hyatt's market-leading all-inclusive expertise, further strengthening Hyatt's position in the leisure segment.
"At Hyatt, we're continuing to evolve how our brands connect with travelers, ensuring they remain distinct and compelling," said Javier Aguila, President, Inclusive Collection, Hyatt. "Drawing on our deep expertise and leadership in elevated all-inclusive, we're selectively bringing this model to these two new hotels, combining the ease of all-inclusive with the exceptional design, service and sense of place that define the Park Hyatt and Grand Hyatt brands."
This move reflects Hyatt and PHH's shared focus on thoughtful growth in high-demand leisure destinations and on creating resorts that express each brand authentically while responding to how guests are traveling today.
"These two openings represent a defining moment-not only for PHH, but for Mexican tourism as a whole. With more than 11,000 hotel rooms across our portfolio, we have built this company on a deep, unwavering conviction in Mexico's potential as one of the world's premier destinations," said Charles El Mann Fasja, CEO, Parks Hospitality Holdings. "Our collaboration with Hyatt is a natural expression of that conviction-and one we are truly excited about. Across our growing portfolio of more than 1,200 rooms with Hyatt, including Park Hyatt Riviera Maya and Grand Hyatt Los Cabos, we are bringing a new standard for luxury all-inclusive travel to two of Mexico's most celebrated destinations, as part of a long-term relationship built on a shared commitment to excellence and authenticity. Park Hyatt Riviera Maya and Grand Hyatt Los Cabos are not just resorts; they are a statement of confidence in this country, in this industry, and in the guests who choose Mexico time and time again."
Park Hyatt Riviera Maya: The refinement of Park Hyatt, the freedom of all-inclusive.
Slated to open by the end of 2026 on a secluded stretch of Mexico's Caribbean coastline between Cancun and Puerto Morelos, Park Hyatt Riviera Maya is poised to redefine the luxury all-inclusive experience for the region. One shaped by the Park Hyatt hallmarks: residential luxury, highly personalized service, exceptional culinary experiences, and a strong connection to the destination that will run through every part of the stay.
The resort will sit within AMAI, a private coastal enclave reached through a winding mangrove landscape that gradually opens to the sea. From the moment guests arrive, there will be a feeling of stepping away from the outside world. Even at full occupancy, the resort is designed to feel spacious and unhurried, with a layout that moves naturally between privacy and connection.
Across the property, Mexico will come through in craft rather than theme. Architectural details will draw on local materials and techniques, with millwork, furnishings and artwork created alongside regional artisans. The result will feel grounded, contemporary, and unmistakably of its place.
The 148 guestrooms and suites will look out across the Caribbean blue, designed with Park Hyatt's residential sensibility. Select accommodations will include private pools and plunge pools, alongside a 2,300 square foot penthouse for guests seeking a more expansive retreat.
Service will be intuitive and highly considered. Each guest will be supported by a dedicated Resort Ambassador from pre-arrival onward, creating a stay that feels personal from the outset. There will be no signatures to chase or interruptions to navigate, just the ease of knowing everything has already been taken care of.
Food and drink will sit at the heart of the experience. A chef-led culinary program will span seven distinct venues, each with its own point of view. Dining will be entirely a la carte, with refined Mexican cuisine and seafood at the center, balanced by global influences handled with restraint. Mornings will begin at the coffee bar with a curated selection of Mexican beans, while evenings will move between intimate restaurants and The Botanist cocktail bar. Sommelier-led wine and premium spirits programs will run throughout.
Wellness and leisure will follow the same rhythm. There will be a beachfront pool lined with private cabanas, an open-air spa garden with secluded treatment spaces, daily wellness rituals, and preferred access to El Tinto Golf Course. Indoor and outdoor event spaces will be woven naturally into the resort, designed to feel considered rather than conventional.
Park Hyatt Riviera Maya will signal a new chapter for luxury all-inclusive, where the experience is defined by the details: the pace of service, the quality of what is on the table, the feeling of space and the elegant confidence that defines a Park Hyatt stay.
Grand Hyatt Los Cabos: A Dynamic Destination for Leisure and Celebrations
Expected to open later this year within the Oleada Pacific Living & Golf oceanfront community in Cabo San Lucas, Grand Hyatt Los Cabos Resort, Golf & Spa will be an all-inclusive resort that brings together bold, Baja-inspired architecture, expansive resort experiences for leisure travelers and group gatherings associated with the Grand Hyatt brand.
The resort will feature 301-rooms comprised of 244 standard rooms and 57 suites, with 42 swim-out rooms included within those totals. Offerings include one-bedroom suites and a 4,602-square-foot Presidential Suite, many featuring bathtubs, plunge pools or private pools. The rooms and suites are designed as refined coastal retreats with breezy balconies, natural light, elegant marble bathrooms and thoughtful spaces for gathering.
The resort will offer more than 20,000 square feet of sophisticated indoor meeting and event space, complemented by outdoor garden venues that reflect the signature Grand Hyatt blend of grandeur, seamless functionality, and inspiring design for exceptional gatherings.
Complementing the resort's gathering spaces, Grand Hyatt Los Cabos will offer dynamic culinary programming with five a la carte restaurants and five vibrant bar concepts. Guests will enjoy experiences ranging from elevated beachfront dining and rooftop cocktails to lively poolside bars, a market cafe, a refined steakhouse, pan-Asian and Italian cuisine and an intimate speakeasy, each creating an atmosphere that transitions seamlessly from relaxed daytime experiences to spirited evenings.
Set only minutes from Cabo San Lucas, the oceanfront resort will offer guests a pristine beachfront escape with amenities designed for both relaxation and activity, such as an 18-hole, world-class Ernie Els Design golf course, a fitness center, kids' and teen clubs and pickleball courts. Guests can enjoy multiple ocean-view pools, including an adults-only pool, family-friendly infinity-edge pools, a beachfront family pool, and a dedicated splash park.
The resort's expansive spa will feature 12 private treatment cabins and immersive wellness experiences inspired by the traditions and natural elements of Baja. Guests will enjoy hydrotherapy, steam and sauna rituals, as well as a traditional temazcal experience designed to promote restoration and wellbeing.
These openings reflect Hyatt's continued momentum in Mexico and its commitment to offering differentiated luxury and lifestyle experiences across the country. Following the recent openings of Park Hyatt Cabo del Sol and Alila Mayakoba, and ahead of the anticipated debut of Park Hyatt Mexico City later this year, Hyatt continues to expand its luxury portfolio in key destinations. At the same time, the recent re-opening of Secrets Mirabel Cancun Resort & Spa, following a complete renovation, underscores the strength and continued evolution of Hyatt's all-inclusive offering in the region.
The term "Hyatt" is used in this release for convenience to refer to Hyatt Hotels Corporation and/or one or more of its affiliates.
About Hyatt Hotels Corporation
Hyatt Hotels Corporation, headquartered in Chicago, is a leading global hospitality company guided by its purpose - to care for people so they can be their best. As of March 31, 2026, the Company's portfolio included more than 1,500 hotels and all-inclusive properties in 83 countries across six continents. The Company's offering includes brands in the Luxury Portfolio, including Park Hyatt (r), Alila (r), Miraval (r), Impression by Secrets, and The Unbound Collection by Hyatt (r); the Lifestyle Portfolio, including Andaz (r), Thompson Hotels (r), The Standard (r), Dream (r) Hotels, The StandardX (r), Breathless Resorts & Spas (r), JdV by Hyatt (r), Bunkhouse (r) Hotels, and Me and All Hotels ; the Inclusive Collection, including Zoetry (r) Wellness & Spa Resorts, Hyatt Ziva (r), Hyatt Zilara (r), Secrets (r) Resorts & Spas, Dreams (r) Resorts & Spas, Hyatt Vivid (r) Hotels & Resorts, Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts, Alua Hotels & Resorts (r), and Sunscape (r) Resorts & Spas ; the Classics Portfolio, including Grand Hyatt (r), Hyatt Regency (r), Destination by Hyatt (r), Hyatt Centric (r), Hyatt Vacation Club (r), and Hyatt (r); and the Essentials Portfolio, including Caption by Hyatt (r), Unscripted by Hyatt, Hyatt Place (r), Hyatt House (r), Hyatt Studios (r), Hyatt Select, and UrCove. Subsidiaries of the Company operate the World of Hyatt(r) loyalty program, ALG Vacations(r), Mr & Mrs Smith, Unlimited Vacation Club(r), Amstar(r) DMC destination management services, and Trisept Solutions(r) technology services. For more information, please visit www.hyatt.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
Forward-Looking Statements in this press release, which are not historical facts, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Our actual results, performance or achievements may differ materially from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by the use of words such as "may," "could," "expect," "intend," "plan," "seek," "anticipate," "believe," "estimate," "predict," "potential," "continue," "likely," "will," "would" and variations of these terms and similar expressions, or the negative of these terms or similar expressions. Such forward-looking statements are necessarily based upon estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by us and our management, are inherently uncertain. Factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations include, but are not limited to: general economic uncertainty in key global markets and a worsening of global economic conditions or low levels of economic growth; the rate and pace of economic recovery following economic downturns; global supply chain constraints and interruptions, rising costs of construction-related labor and materials, and increases in costs due to inflation or other factors that may not be fully offset by increases in revenues in our business; risks affecting the luxury, resort, and all-inclusive lodging segments; levels of spending in business, leisure, and group segments, as well as consumer confidence; declines in occupancy and average daily rate; limited visibility with respect to future bookings; loss of key personnel; domestic and international political and geopolitical conditions, including political or civil unrest or changes in trade policy; the impact of global tariff policies or regulations; hostilities, or fear of hostilities, including future terrorist attacks, that affect travel; travel-related accidents; natural or man-made disasters, weather and climate-related events, such as hurricanes, earthquakes, tsunamis, tornadoes, droughts, floods, wildfires, oil spills, nuclear incidents, and global outbreaks of pandemics or contagious diseases, or fear of such outbreaks; our ability to successfully achieve specified levels of operating profits at hotels that have performance tests or guarantees in favor of our third-party owners; the impact of hotel renovations and redevelopments; risks associated with our capital allocation plans, share repurchase program, and dividend payments, including a reduction in, or elimination or suspension of, repurchase activity or dividend payments; the seasonal and cyclical nature of the real estate and hospitality businesses; changes in distribution arrangements, such as through internet travel intermediaries; changes in the tastes and preferences of our customers; relationships with colleagues and labor unions and changes in labor laws; the financial condition of, and our relationships with, third-party owners, franchisees, and hospitality venture partners; the possible inability of third-party owners, franchisees, or development partners to access the capital necessary to fund current operations or implement our plans for growth; risks associated with potential acquisitions and dispositions and our ability to successfully integrate completed acquisitions with existing operations or realize anticipated synergies; failure to successfully complete proposed transactions, including the failure to satisfy closing conditions or obtain required approvals; our ability to successfully complete dispositions of certain of our owned real estate assets within targeted timeframes and at expected values; our ability to maintain effective internal control over financial reporting and disclosure controls and procedures; declines in the value of our real estate assets; unforeseen terminations of our management and hotel services agreements or franchise agreements; changes in federal, state, local, or foreign tax law; increases in interest rates, wages, and other operating costs; foreign exchange rate fluctuations or currency restructurings; risks associated with the introduction of new brand concepts, including lack of acceptance of new brands or innovation; general volatility of the capital markets and our ability to access such markets; changes in the competitive environment in our industry, industry consolidation, and the markets where we operate; our ability to successfully grow the World of Hyatt loyalty program and manage the Unlimited Vacation Club paid membership program; cyber incidents and information technology failures; outcomes of legal or administrative proceedings; and violations of regulations or laws related to our franchising business and licensing businesses and our international operations; and other risks discussed in the Company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"), including our annual report on Form 10-K and our Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, which filings are available from the SEC. These factors are not necessarily all of the important factors that could cause our actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those expressed in or implied by any of our forward-looking statements. We caution you not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements, which are made only as of the date of this press release. We undertake no obligation to update publicly any of these forward-looking statements to reflect actual results, new information or future events, changes in assumptions or changes in other factors affecting forward-looking statements, except to the extent required by applicable law. If we update one or more forward-looking statements, no inference should be drawn that we will make additional updates with respect to those or other forward-looking statements.
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Original text here: https://www.franchise.org/2026/06/hyatt-and-parks-hospitality-holdings-share-new-details-on-upcoming-park-hyatt-and-grand-hyatt-hotels-in-mexico/
American Soybean Association Statement on Supreme Court Decision Regarding FIFRA and Pesticide Labeling
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, June 26 -- The American Soybean Association issued the following statement on June 25, 2026:
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ASA Statement on Supreme Court Decision Regarding FIFRA and Pesticide Labeling
The American Soybean Association released a statement following today's decision from the U.S. Supreme Court in Durnell v. Monsanto, a case addressing whether state failure-to-warn claims can override federal pesticide labeling decisions under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). The Court ruled that FIFRA and federal labeling requirements preempt state failure-to-warn
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ST. LOUIS, Missouri, June 26 -- The American Soybean Association issued the following statement on June 25, 2026:
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ASA Statement on Supreme Court Decision Regarding FIFRA and Pesticide Labeling
The American Soybean Association released a statement following today's decision from the U.S. Supreme Court in Durnell v. Monsanto, a case addressing whether state failure-to-warn claims can override federal pesticide labeling decisions under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). The Court ruled that FIFRA and federal labeling requirements preempt state failure-to-warnclaims.
"Farmers depend on clear, consistent labeling and a uniform regulatory framework to use pesticides safely and responsibly. The Supreme Court's decision provides much-needed clarity on the role of federal, science-based regulation and reaffirms the value of sound science in the regulatory process.
For decades, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, along with regulatory authorities around the world, has repeatedly concluded that glyphosate does not pose a cancer risk when used as directed. State-level requirements have led to a burdensome regulatory patchwork that conflicts with EPA-approved labels and creates confusion, undermining confidence in the regulatory process and limiting access to essential crop protection tools."
Earlier this year, ASA joined 11 other agricultural organizations in an amicus curiae brief to the Supreme Court, to defend farmer access to critical crop protection tools against continued threats of regulatory overreach and activist litigation.
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Original text here: https://soygrowers.com/news-releases/asa-statement-on-supreme-court-decision-regarding-fifra-and-pesticide-labeling/
[Category: Agriculture]
American Farm Bureau Federation Applauds President's Call for Farmer Aid and Year-Round E15, Urges Bipartisan Action
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, June 26 -- The American Farm Bureau Federation issued the following news release on June 25, 2026:
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Farm Bureau Applauds President's Call for Farmer Aid and Year-Round E15, Urges Bipartisan Action
American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall today applauded the White House request to Congress for more than $11 billion in additional assistance for America's farmers and ranchers, as well as the administration's call for year-round access to E15 fuel.
"Farmers are grateful to have the president's backing at such a critical time after enduring years of economic losses
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NASHVILLE, Tennessee, June 26 -- The American Farm Bureau Federation issued the following news release on June 25, 2026:
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Farm Bureau Applauds President's Call for Farmer Aid and Year-Round E15, Urges Bipartisan Action
American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall today applauded the White House request to Congress for more than $11 billion in additional assistance for America's farmers and ranchers, as well as the administration's call for year-round access to E15 fuel.
"Farmers are grateful to have the president's backing at such a critical time after enduring years of economic lossesdue to inflation and depressed markets. Additional aid will give farmers optimism headed into harvest later this year as they await the benefits of enhanced farm bill programs, better market access overseas and stronger domestic demand.
"Not only do we urge Congress to heed the White House call to deliver economic aid, but we also know both sides of the aisle in Congress recognize more is needed as farmers' losses nationwide far exceed $11 billion. Over the last decade we have lost nearly 200,000 farms, so we need to stabilize the farm economy and reverse that trend. Additional aid will certainly help.
"The White House also urged Congress to authorize year-round sales of E15 fuel nationwide, which we've long called for. Expanding access to E15 would strengthen domestic energy production, increase demand for American-grown crops and save consumers at the gas pump. That's a win all the way around.
"We look forward to working with Congress and the administration to quickly deliver supplemental aid and year-round E15, in addition to addressing other urgent priorities Farm Bureau has identified, from the farm bill to labor reform and protecting interstate commerce. We're grateful for the broad recognition among elected leaders of the important role farmers play in our nation's economy, energy security and food security. Ensuring the long-term strength of American agriculture is a goal we can all rally behind."
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Original text here: https://www.fb.org/news-release/farm-bureau-applauds-presidents-call-for-farmer-aid-and-year-round-e15-urges-bipartisan-action
[Category: Agriculture]
ASA Regional Summit Series Brings More Than 550 Industry Leaders Together Across Three Regions
ITASCA, Illinois, June 26 -- The American Supply Association issued the following news release:
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ASA Regional Summit Series Brings More Than 550 Industry Leaders Together Across Three Regions
Over the course of six weeks, ASA members logged thousands of miles, hundreds of conversations and countless new ideas as the association's three regional Summits brought the PHCP-PVF industry together from coast to coast. More than 550 distributors, manufacturers and manufacturers' representatives gathered, reinforcing the value of regional collaboration, practical education and relationship-building.
The
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ITASCA, Illinois, June 26 -- The American Supply Association issued the following news release:
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ASA Regional Summit Series Brings More Than 550 Industry Leaders Together Across Three Regions
Over the course of six weeks, ASA members logged thousands of miles, hundreds of conversations and countless new ideas as the association's three regional Summits brought the PHCP-PVF industry together from coast to coast. More than 550 distributors, manufacturers and manufacturers' representatives gathered, reinforcing the value of regional collaboration, practical education and relationship-building.
The2026 ASA Regional Summit series began in May with the ASA West Summit in La Jolla, California, where 225 attendees representing 20 distributor firms gathered alongside manufacturers and manufacturers' representatives. The event also received record-breaking sponsorship support. The momentum continued in June as more than 150 attendees met in Eagan, Minnesota, for the ASA Central Summit, which welcomed a record number of participating manufacturers and manufacturers' representative agencies. The series concluded with 175 attendees at the ASA Northeast Summit in Newport, Rhode Island.
Across all three events, attendees explored topics ranging from leadership development and organizational culture to artificial intelligence, workforce trends, strategic decision-making and arguably most important of all, peer-to-peer best practices. Educational sessions featured nationally recognized keynote speakers alongside ASA leadership updates and interactive roundtable discussions designed to encourage open conversations between distributors, venders and manufacturers' representatives. As valuable as the keynote addresses were, many attendees shared that the greatest value came from the conversations taking place between sessions.
At the ASA West Summit, Guillermo Negron, district sales leader, West/Southwest at LIXIL Americas, described the event as "an unforgettable few days," highlighting the combination of keynote presentations, networking aboard the USS Midway and meaningful conversations with industry leaders, suppliers and friends. He thanked the ASA team, speakers and attendees for creating an environment where members could "learn, share and grow."
Nikki Nixon, director of marketing at Hirsch, echoed those sentiments, saying she was "incredibly grateful to be a part of the ASA West Council and to have experienced another outstanding
conference this year in beautiful La Jolla," while also noting the value of discussions surrounding leadership, AI and the future of the industry.
Those connections continued at the ASA Central Summit, where educational sessions focused on servant leadership, generational workforce trends, strategic risk-taking and collaborative best-practice discussions. Attendees also had opportunities to network during the manufacturer tabletop reception, an evening at the Minnesota Vikings training facility evening and the annual golf outing.
Shane Cochran, outside sales at Billco Corp., called the Central Summit "an unforgettable week," pointing to the golf outing, networking at the Minnesota Vikings practice facility and insightful roundtable sessions. "These events are helping shape the future of our industry," he said, adding that it was an opportunity to reconnect with longtime colleagues while building relationships with new industry professionals.
Clint Kimmell, regional sales manager at RWC, said the summit provided a valuable opportunity to connect with industry leaders, strengthen partnerships and gain insights into trends shaping the future of wholesale distribution.
Event sponsor Herkowski Stickler & Associates (HSA) also emphasized that the Central Summit was "another great event that fostered meaningful connections and new relationships across the industry."
Rounding out the regional summit series was a scenic few days in Newport, Rhode Island where attendees once again emphasized the importance of face-to-face engagement.
Vendor sponsor Matco-Norca reflected on "a successful event built around great connections and even better conversations,"
Similarly, Kristine Fichera, regional sales manager at Merit Brass Co., said it was "fantastic reconnecting with familiar faces, meeting new industry leaders, and engaging in meaningful conversations with the wholesale community across the Northeast."
The Northeast Summit vendor tabletop reception was another hub for conversation and relationship-building , where sponsor Everflow Supplies noted that Michael Campbell, Zachary Bouaziz and the Everflow team appreciated the opportunity to strengthen relationships with partners and industry peers while "showcasing how the company continues to support wholesale distribution nationwide."
With record participation and strong engagement across all three regions, the 2026 Regional Summit series reinforces the continued strength of ASA's regional programming. By bringing members together closer to home, the events create opportunities to exchange ideas, build lasting business relationships and address the challenges and opportunities in specific geographic regions.
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