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Venable Welcomes Labor and Employment Partner Amber Healy in Los Angeles
WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Venable, a law firm, posted the following news release:
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Venable Welcomes Labor and Employment Partner Amber Healy in Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA (Nov. 9, 2026) -- Venable LLP announced today that Amber Healy has joined the firm as a partner in the Labor and Employment Practice in Los Angeles. Ms. Healy represents employers in high-stakes wage-and-hour class, collective, and representative actions, including matters under California's Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA).
Ms. Healy has litigated hundreds of class, collective, and representative
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Venable, a law firm, posted the following news release:
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Venable Welcomes Labor and Employment Partner Amber Healy in Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA (Nov. 9, 2026) -- Venable LLP announced today that Amber Healy has joined the firm as a partner in the Labor and Employment Practice in Los Angeles. Ms. Healy represents employers in high-stakes wage-and-hour class, collective, and representative actions, including matters under California's Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA).
Ms. Healy has litigated hundreds of class, collective, and representativeactions for employers across industries including construction, healthcare, manufacturing, hospitality, retail, transportation and logistics. She also handles discrimination, harassment, retaliation, whistleblower, equal pay, defamation, and wrongful termination claims.
"Amber is an accomplished litigator whose class action experience adds meaningful depth to our litigation capabilities," said Stacie Tobin, co-chair of Venable's Litigation Division. "Her track record in complex wage-and-hour and PAGA matters, along with the perspective she gained representing both employers and plaintiffs, will be a valuable asset to our clients."
Ms. Healy also advises employers on labor relations, including union grievance proceedings, collective bargaining, National Labor Relations Board matters, and unfair labor practice charges. She represents clients before state and federal employment agencies and counsels employers on workplace policies and practices designed to mitigate litigation risk.
"Amber's arrival adds significant California employment experience to our growing Los Angeles office," said Dan Hoffer, partner-in-charge of Venable's Los Angeles office. "Her understanding of the legal and business challenges facing employers here strengthens our ability to serve clients throughout the market."
"Venable's collaborative platform and depth across litigation, employment, and complementary practices were significant draws for me," said Ms. Healy. "I look forward to working with colleagues across the firm to help employers navigate complex workplace issues and find practical solutions that support their business objectives."
Ms. Healy earned her J.D. from Loyola Law School and her B.A. in history and political science from the University of California, Los Angeles. She is admitted to practice in California and before the U.S. District Courts for the Northern, Southern, and Central Districts of California.
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Original text here: https://www.venable.com/about/news/2026/11/venable-welcomes-labor-and-employment-partner
Unisys Named a Leader in ISG's 2026 Public Sector Services and Solutions Provider Lens Report
BLUE BELL, Pennsylvania, Nov. 10 (TNSrpt) -- Unisys, a technology solutions company, issued the following news release:
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Unisys Named a Leader in ISG's 2026 Public Sector Services and Solutions Provider Lens(R) Report
Unisys earns four Leader designations, including recognition in ISG's new AI and Innovation Services quadrant
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BLUE BELL, Pa., Nov. 9, 2026 - Unisys (NYSE: UIS) has been named a Leader in the 2026 ISG Provider Lens(R) Public Sector Services and Solutions Report by Information Services Group (ISG), earning four Leader designations across the U.S., the U.K. and Australia.
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BLUE BELL, Pennsylvania, Nov. 10 (TNSrpt) -- Unisys, a technology solutions company, issued the following news release:
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Unisys Named a Leader in ISG's 2026 Public Sector Services and Solutions Provider Lens(R) Report
Unisys earns four Leader designations, including recognition in ISG's new AI and Innovation Services quadrant
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BLUE BELL, Pa., Nov. 9, 2026 - Unisys (NYSE: UIS) has been named a Leader in the 2026 ISG Provider Lens(R) Public Sector Services and Solutions Report by Information Services Group (ISG), earning four Leader designations across the U.S., the U.K. and Australia.This year's report introduces the AI and Innovation Services quadrant, in which Unisys has been recognized as a Leader in both the U.S. and Australia. This acknowledgment highlights the company's leadership in secure, AI-driven public-sector transformation and its ability to modernize government operations through integrated digital, cloud, cybersecurity, and managed services.
ISG defines Leaders as organizations with a comprehensive portfolio of products and services, a strong market presence and well-established competitive strategies that position them to win business. This is the second year Unisys has been recognized as a Leader and the first year the U.S. has been included in the annual report, reflecting continued strength in secure, AI-enabled transformation across the public sector.
"Public sector organizations are navigating growing expectations to modernize services, strengthen security and deliver measurable value for their communities," said Chris Arrasmith, chief operating officer, Unisys. "Recognition across the U.S., U.K. and Australia reflects our AI-first strategy and focus on helping clients address those priorities through secure, scalable technology solutions."
Unisys received four Leader designations across three quadrants:
* AI and Innovation Services (new quadrant): Recognized in the U.S. and Australia for secure AI operations, intelligent automation, and digital workplace solutions - such as the Unisys Agentic Service Desk - that enhance efficiency and service delivery in mission-critical environments.
* Digital Transformation and Modernization Services: In Australia, ISG cited Unisys' ability to modernize government agencies' infrastructure through secure digital transformation, cloud modernization and outcome-focused delivery.
* Managed IT Services: Recognized in the U.K. for its managed service operations that improve incident user support and operational efficiency.
"Unisys brings a rare combination of digital modernization, cybersecurity, AI, cloud and citizen experience to its public sector ventures," said Harish B., manager and principal analyst, ISG. "Its ability to connect secure technology with better constituent and workforce experiences makes Unisys a trusted catalyst for agencies seeking to modernize operations while strengthening efficiency, resilience and public trust."
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About Unisys
Unisys is a global technology solutions company that powers breakthroughs for the world's leading organizations. Our solutions - cloud, AI, digital workplace, applications and enterprise computing - help our clients challenge the status quo and unlock their full potential. To learn how we have been helping clients push what's possible for more than 150 years, visit unisys.com and follow us on LinkedIn.
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REPORT: https://www.unisys.com/siteassets/collateral/analyst-report/ar-public-sector-2026-us.pdf
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Original text here: https://www.unisys.com/news-release/unisys-named-a-leader-in-isgs-2026-public-sector-services-and-solutions-provider-lens-report/
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Littler: UK Supreme Court Provides Clarification on Test for Discrimination of Part-Time Workers
SAN FRANCISCO, California, Nov. 10 -- Littler, a law firm, issued the following news:
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UK Supreme Court Provides Clarification on Test for Discrimination of Part-Time Workers
Part-time workers need only show their status was an effective cause of less favourable treatment, not the sole cause in test for discrimination.
By Rory Patterson
November 9, 2026
In Augustine v Data Cars Limited, the UK Supreme Court has provided a significant clarification of the test for less favourable treatment under the part-time worker regulations, confirming that a worker need only show their part-time
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SAN FRANCISCO, California, Nov. 10 -- Littler, a law firm, issued the following news:
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UK Supreme Court Provides Clarification on Test for Discrimination of Part-Time Workers
Part-time workers need only show their status was an effective cause of less favourable treatment, not the sole cause in test for discrimination.
By Rory Patterson
November 9, 2026
In Augustine v Data Cars Limited, the UK Supreme Court has provided a significant clarification of the test for less favourable treatment under the part-time worker regulations, confirming that a worker need only show their part-timestatus was an effective cause of the treatment, not the sole cause.
The case is of particular note for companies with flexible working arrangements, and highlights some of the risks associated with applying blanket policies equally to part-time and full-time workers.
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Legislative Background
Regulation 5 of the Part-Time Workers (Prevention of Less Favourable Treatment) Regulations 2000 ('2000 Regulations') gives a part-time worker the right not to be treated less favourably than a comparable full-time worker. However, this right applies:
"only if -
(a) The treatment is on the ground that the worker is a part-time worker, and
(b) The treatment is not justified on objective grounds."
1. The Supreme Court's judgment grappled with the question of what the legislation means by "on the ground" in subsection (a), in particular whether it requires that:
2. The individual's part-time status must be the sole cause of their less favourable treatment, or
The individual's part-time status must be the effective cause of their less favourable treatment
The Facts
The Claimant was a taxi driver (Mr. Augustine) who worked for Data Cars Limited (the Respondent). He worked fewer hours per week than full-time drivers but was charged the same flat fee of pound sterling148 to access the Respondent's booking platform to reach potential customers. Mr. Augustine claimed that the application of the fixed fee was less favourable treatment of him as a part-time driver because it meant that he paid a higher fee per hour worked than a full-time driver and took home lower hourly pay as a result.
The Employment Tribunal dismissed the Claimant's claim for discrimination as a result of his part-time worker status. It held that the reason the company charged a fee to the booking system was that it was necessary to enable the Respondent to earn revenue (not because he worked fewer hours than some of his colleagues). Even if there was less favourable treatment, it held the claim should fail because treatment was not on the sole ground of his part-time status.
On appeal through the Employment Appeal Tribunal and Court of Appeal, both courts found in the Respondent's favour on the basis that they understood they were bound by previous case law in Scotland which had held that Regulation 5 of the 2000 Regulations only applies where the sole ground for the less favourable treatment was that the worker was part-time. They agreed with the Employment Tribunal's finding that Mr Augustine's part-time status was not the sole ground for the treatment complained of and so his appeal failed.
However, the matter was granted permission to appeal to the Supreme Court for consideration of what the causation test required.
The Decision
The Supreme Court held that the same standard should be used as that set out in cases of discrimination under the Equality Act 2010, i.e. that if their part-time status was the effective cause of the treatment, that would meet the test. Their part-time status need not be the sole cause of the treatment for the worker to have the protection under the legislation. They considered that this interpretation was consistent with the language of the 2000 Regulations and their protective purpose. To hold otherwise, they said, would risk uncertainty and unreasonable outcomes given the standard approach applied in other discrimination cases.
Impacts for Employers
This decision may make it more difficult for employers to rely on there being additional, non-part time related causes for less favourable treatment to defeat a claim. In this sense, there is a lower threshold for claims and liability may arise in a wider range of circumstances where there are mixed motives for particular treatment.
It is worth noting, however, that other reasons for particular treatment outside an individual's part-time status may still be relevant to the second question of whether the employer's treatment is justified on objective grounds, and to the value of compensation awarded.
Practically, employers should be considering the following when managing arrangements that may impact part-time workers:
* Exercise caution when making decisions that may disadvantage part-time workers: For example, decisions relating to bonuses, overtime opportunities, training, promotion, shift allocation and flexible working arrangements. Even where there are multiple reasons for a decision, a claim may arise if a part-time worker considers they were treated less favourably and their part-time status was a material factor.
* Improve decision-making records: Managers should document the rationale behind decisions affecting employees and be able to demonstrate that any differential treatment is based on legitimate business reasons, rather than working patterns. Business rationales relating to operational, financial or technical reasons will be relevant to the question of objective justification and so contemporaneous evidence of decision-making will be key.
* Review workplace benefits and policies to ensure they are pro-rated where appropriate: Employers should be cautious about providing benefits, bonuses, and other contractual entitlements on a flat basis for employees, where such rules bite harder on part-time workers. Where a benefit can reasonably be provided on a pro-rated basis, this should be considered to mitigate the risk of claims.
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Authors
Rory Patterson
Associate
London
rpatterson@littler.co.uk
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Original text here: https://www.littler.com/news-analysis/asap/uk-supreme-court-provides-clarification-test-discrimination-part-time-workers
[Category: BizLaw/Legal]
Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Advises Meiban Group on the Acquisition of Planet Innovation
NEW YORK, Nov. 10 -- Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer advises Meiban Group on the acquisition of Planet Innovation
9 Nov 2026
Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer (HSF Kramer) has advised Meiban Group (Meiban) on its acquisition of Planet Innovation by way of scheme of arrangement.
Meiban is a global contract development and manufacturing organisation offering a comprehensive range of product development and advanced manufacturing capabilities. Meiban has global operations throughout Asia, the United States, Europe and
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NEW YORK, Nov. 10 -- Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer advises Meiban Group on the acquisition of Planet Innovation
9 Nov 2026
Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer (HSF Kramer) has advised Meiban Group (Meiban) on its acquisition of Planet Innovation by way of scheme of arrangement.
Meiban is a global contract development and manufacturing organisation offering a comprehensive range of product development and advanced manufacturing capabilities. Meiban has global operations throughout Asia, the United States, Europe andAustralia with facilities across Singapore and Malaysia, specialising in high-volume, precision manufacturing for the medtech sector.
Founded in Melbourne, Planet Innovation is a medtech product development company, partnering with medtech companies globally to design, develop and manufacture regulated medical devices in its facilities in Australia and the United States.
The transaction follows a strategic alliance announced by the companies in 2025, where Meiban acquired an initial ~19.9% stake in Planet Innovation. The transaction will enable the two parties to combine their complementary businesses into an integrated contract development and manufacturing organisation serving the global medtech sector.
The HSF Kramer team was led by partner Jason Jordan and senior associate Damien Devnarain, with support from solicitors Sandra Nguyen and Rosalind Wei.
Jason said, "It was a pleasure to work with the Meiban team on this transaction, supporting its entry into the Australian market and its broader vision to improve lives through the products both organisations help bring to market."
This transaction is another example of HSF Kramer's market-leading work in M&A. Other recent examples include advising:
* FleetPartners on its proposed acquisition by SG Fleet for $1.13 billion
* Reliance Worldwide Corporation on its $3.6 billion proposed acquisition by Brookfield
* Ramsay Health Care on its proposal to separate from Ramsay Generale de Sante by in specie distribution under a scheme of arrangement
* Black Kite Partners on the successful completion of its acquisition of 13SICK, DoctorDoctor, 24-7Medcare and Australian Surgical Assisting
* Energy Fuels on its proposed scrip for scrip acquisition of Australian Strategic Materials by scheme of arrangement
* Maas Group Holdings on its proposed sale of its Construction Materials business to Heidelberg Materials for $1.7 billion
* Equity Trustees on its response to control proposals by TPG and BGH
* GIC on the acquisition in consortium with Brookfield of National Storage REIT
* BlueScope Steel on its response to the unsolicited offer from SGH Limited and Steel Dynamics to acquire BlueScope Steel
* EQT on its acquisition of Orikan
* Ampol on its $1.165 billion acquisition of EG Australia
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URL: Meiban Group
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Original text here: https://www.hsfkramer.com/news/2026-11/hsf-kramer-advises-meiban-group-acquisition-planet-innovation
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Global Restructuring Review Recognizes Squire Patton Boggs in GRR 100 2026
TYSONS, Virginia, Nov. 10 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Squire Patton Boggs, a law firm, posted the following news:
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Global Restructuring Review Recognizes Squire Patton Boggs in GRR 100 2026
9 November 2026
Global Restructuring Review (GRR), the only news and analysis service focused on cross-border restructuring and insolvency law, has once again recognized Squire Patton Boggs among the world's leading law firms for restructuring and insolvency matters in its prestigious GRR 100.
In its profile, GRR recognized Squire Patton Boggs for "managing complex, multi-jurisdictional restructurings
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TYSONS, Virginia, Nov. 10 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Squire Patton Boggs, a law firm, posted the following news:
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Global Restructuring Review Recognizes Squire Patton Boggs in GRR 100 2026
9 November 2026
Global Restructuring Review (GRR), the only news and analysis service focused on cross-border restructuring and insolvency law, has once again recognized Squire Patton Boggs among the world's leading law firms for restructuring and insolvency matters in its prestigious GRR 100.
In its profile, GRR recognized Squire Patton Boggs for "managing complex, multi-jurisdictional restructuringsand contentious insolvency matters" and highlighted the firm's global platform, noting that its restructuring lawyers are "based across 11 offices in the US, UK and France, while the wider practice handles mandates across Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and Latin America."
New senior hires into the practice were also highlighted, including New York partners Katherine Catanese and Oksana Lashko and UK partner Deborah Brown.
The publication also highlighted a number of significant matters handled by the firm during the research period, including:
* Representing Deutsche Bank in negotiating amendments to transaction documents and managing the required consent process. When issuer Kleopatra subsequently entered Chapter 11, the firm negotiated protections for the bank, including in connection with bankruptcy financing.
* Representing the joint liquidators of the Touradji Funds, Cayman Islands-based hedge funds, in Chapter 15 proceedings in New York to recover US assets, including US$60 million held by a bank. The firm also assists in challenging indemnification claims exceeding US$100 million by fund manager Paul Touradji in related Cayman proceedings.
* Advising BDO's administrators of Tailormade Logistics UK, an ecommerce and logistics operator providing transport services, on the administration, including debtor claims and its cross-border distribution network.
* Defending City Squared Property and its directors against claims assigned by Guide Education's liquidator to Manolete Partners.
The GRR 100 is widely regarded as one of the most authoritative benchmarks of excellence in the global restructuring and insolvency market. Selection is based on extensive independent research assessing firms' expertise, the complexity of their matters, the quality and depth of their teams, and their performance in major cross-border engagements.
Squire Patton Boggs maintains one of the largest global restructuring and insolvency practices in the legal industry, with more than 130 lawyers across 36 offices in 15 countries collaborating on domestic and cross-border matters. Over the past decade, the team has represented parties in insolvency proceedings spanning more than two dozen countries worldwide.
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Original text here: https://www.squirepattonboggs.com/news/global-restructuring-review-recognizes-squire-patton-boggs-in-grr-100-2026/
Geisinger Health Plan Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a 2027 Best Overall Insurance Company for Medicare Advantage
DANVILLE, Pennsylvania, Nov. 10 (TNSrep) -- Geisinger Health posted the following news release:
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Geisinger Health Plan recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a 2027 Best Overall Insurance Company for Medicare Advantage
Nov. 9, 2026
DANVILLE, Pa. - U.S. News & World Report, a leading voice in healthcare rankings and consumer advice, has named Geisinger Health Plan a 2027 Best Overall Insurance Company for Medicare Advantage in Pennsylvania.
The ratings of the Best Insurance Companies for Medicare Advantage (https://health.usnews.com/medicare/best-medicare-plans/best-insurance-companies-for-medicare-advantage-plans?src=usn_pr)
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DANVILLE, Pennsylvania, Nov. 10 (TNSrep) -- Geisinger Health posted the following news release:
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Geisinger Health Plan recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a 2027 Best Overall Insurance Company for Medicare Advantage
Nov. 9, 2026
DANVILLE, Pa. - U.S. News & World Report, a leading voice in healthcare rankings and consumer advice, has named Geisinger Health Plan a 2027 Best Overall Insurance Company for Medicare Advantage in Pennsylvania.
The ratings of the Best Insurance Companies for Medicare Advantage (https://health.usnews.com/medicare/best-medicare-plans/best-insurance-companies-for-medicare-advantage-plans?src=usn_pr)evaluate private insurance companies based on U.S. News' proprietary analysis of quality measures published by the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Less than one-third of Medicare Advantage providers nationwide received the Best Insurance Companies for Medicare Advantage distinction.
"This recognition reflects Geisinger Health Plan's ongoing commitment to delivering high-quality coverage, exceptional service and value to our Medicare Advantage members across Pennsylvania," said Jeremy Gaskill, president of Geisinger Health Plan and executive vice president of insurance operations for Geisinger.
Geisinger Health Plan's 2027 recognition is grounded in an evaluation of CMS quality data. Along with being named a Best Overall Insurance Company for Medicare Advantage in Pennsylvania, the health plan received recognition for Care Continuity in Pennsylvania. The Best for Care Continuity rating is based on U.S. News' analysis of all Medicare Advantage insurance companies' plan CMS ratings pertaining to follow-up care after a visit to the emergency room and all-cause readmissions.
For the 2027 edition of Best Insurance Companies for Medicare Advantage, U.S. News considered CMS' data and quality measure results for every evaluated insurance company's Medicare Advantage health coverage plans for the 2027 calendar year. U.S. News, in consultation with industry experts, selected 31 CMS quality measures and assigned each measure a weight reflecting its relevance to consumers. The results for a provider's offerings were averaged together, with greater weight assigned to coverage options having the most seniors enrolled.
Medicare's Annual Enrollment Period ends Sunday, Dec. 7. Click here (https://www.geisinger.org/aep-news) or call 866-602-4238 to learn more about GHP Medicare Advantage options.
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About Geisinger
Geisinger is among the nation's leading providers of value-based care, serving 1.2 million people in rural and urban communities across central and northeastern Pennsylvania. Founded in 1915 by philanthropist Abigail Geisinger, the nonprofit system generates $9 billion in annual revenues across more than 130 care sites -- including 10 hospital campuses -- and Geisinger Health Plan, with 509,000+ enrollees in commercial and government plans. Geisinger College of Health Sciences educates more than 600 medical professionals annually and conducts more than 1,600 clinical research studies. With 28,000 employees, including 1,900 employed physicians and 5,400 registered nurses, Geisinger is among Pennsylvania's largest employers with an estimated economic impact of $18 billion on the state's economy. In 2024, Geisinger joined Risant Health, Inc., a nonprofit charitable organization created to expand and accelerate value-based care across the country. Learn more at geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.
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About U.S. News & World Report
U.S. News & World Report is the global leader for journalism that empowers consumers, citizens, business leaders and policy officials to make confident decisions in all aspects of their lives and communities. A multifaceted media company, U.S. News provides unbiased rankings, independent reporting and analysis, and consumer advice to millions of people on USNews.com each month. A pillar in Washington for more than 90 years, U.S. News is the trusted home for in-depth and exclusive insights on education, health, politics, the economy, insurance, personal finance, travel, automobiles, real estate, careers and consumer products and services.
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Original text here: https://www.geisinger.org/about-geisinger/news-and-media/news-releases/2026/11/09/18/41/geisinger-health-plan-recognized-by-us-news-world-report
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CVS Pharmacy Makes Holiday Shopping Easier With Gifts for Every List, Budget and Celebration
WOONSOCKET, Rhode Island, Nov. 10 [Category: BizConsumer Services] -- CVS Health posted the following news release:
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CVS Pharmacy(R) makes holiday shopping easier with gifts for every list, budget and celebration
WOONSOCKET, R.I., November 9, 2026 -- CVS Pharmacy(R), the retail division of CVS Health(R) (NYSE: CVS), is helping shoppers take on the holidays with gifts, decor, stocking stuffers, personalized photo favorites and festive essentials for everyone on their list and every budget. Beginning in early November, customers can shop the holiday assortment in stores and online, including
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WOONSOCKET, Rhode Island, Nov. 10 [Category: BizConsumer Services] -- CVS Health posted the following news release:
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CVS Pharmacy(R) makes holiday shopping easier with gifts for every list, budget and celebration
WOONSOCKET, R.I., November 9, 2026 -- CVS Pharmacy(R), the retail division of CVS Health(R) (NYSE: CVS), is helping shoppers take on the holidays with gifts, decor, stocking stuffers, personalized photo favorites and festive essentials for everyone on their list and every budget. Beginning in early November, customers can shop the holiday assortment in stores and online, includinga refreshed collection from Joyward(TM), CVS Pharmacy's exclusive brand for festive finds and seasonal celebrations.
New this year, CVS is introducing its 2026 Holiday Catalog, designed to make finding the right gift a little simpler. Shoppers can browse ideas by who they are shopping for, occasion and budget, including gifts under $20, gifts for kids of all ages, stocking stuffers under $5, festive decor and treats, and more. The printed catalog will begin mailing in November, with a digital version also available to explore.
"We've brought together gifts, stocking stuffers and holiday essentials to help bring joy to all this holiday season," said Zach Dennett, Interim Chief Merchandising Officer, CVS Health. "Our team thoughtfully selected the seasonal favorites customers expect from CVS, alongside unexpected finds that make holiday shopping a little more fun."
Gifts for everyone on the list
The 2026 holiday assortment brings together giftable favorites across toys, beauty, collectibles, self-care and more, with options across a range of price points. Highlights include:
* Sensory gifts: Must-have squishies like the Candy Swirl NeeDoh(R) Nice Cube, along with other sensory toys that bring hands-on fun to holiday gifting.
* Interactive gifts: The Pokemon(R) Pikachu Puppertronic brings a fan-favorite character to interactive play, alongside other interactive pets and toys that encourage engagement and discovery.
* Minis, collectibles and character items: The Mini Brands(R) Vinyl Player taps into the appeal of minis and collectibles, alongside LEGO(R) play sets and toys, games and collectibles inspired by Hello Kitty(R), Disney(R), Pokemon, KPop Demon Hunters(R) and more.
* Beauty and self-care: Make holiday gifting easy with trending beauty, limited-edition scents, festive accessories and everyday essentials, including the 12 Days of Beauty Advent Calendar featuring brands like Daise and Maybelline, the limited-edition eos Soft & Cozy Collection, festive accessories from Claire's and men's grooming gifts like the Harry's Plus Smooth Shave Set.
* Holiday countdowns: The LEGO Advent Calendar puts a playful spin on the holiday countdown, alongside advent calendars and seasonal finds from NeeDoh, The Grinch and more.
* Stocking stuffers under $5: From Burt's Bees(R) holiday lip balms to festive character loofahs, CVS Pharmacy offers hundreds of affordable stocking stuffers to help shoppers spread a little extra holiday cheer without stretching their budgets.
More ways to bring joy to the season
CVS Pharmacy is also expanding its Joyward(TM) holiday collection, giving shoppers more options for decorating, gifting and celebrating. Since launching in November 2025, Joyward has continued to grow with new products and collections for seasonal moments throughout the year. In 2026, the brand expanded its holiday assortment by 75%, adding new categories including gift wrap, lights, stocking stuffers and plush toys.
The latest Joyward(TM) holiday collection brings seasonal style to decorating, gifting and celebrating, with highlights including:
* Festive decor: Joyward(TM) Sage Nutcracker brings festive style to the home, alongside decorative pillows, stockings and other seasonal accents.
* Cozy gifting: Joyward(TM) Faux Fur Slippers offer a cozy gift for the season, with more giftable finds for everyone on your list.
* Finishing touches: Joyward(TM) Premium Wrapping Paper completes any gift, along with gift bags, tags, bows, boxes and more to help shoppers wrap and personalize the items on their list.
Personalized gifts, even when time is short
For a more personal touch, CVS Photo offers ways to turn favorite memories into holiday gifts and keepsakes, including photo cards, personalized prints, custom canvas, ornaments, drinkware and more. Select CVS Photo gifts are available for same-day pickup, providing another convenient option for shoppers looking for a thoughtful gift when time is short.
Convenient ways to shop and save
With approximately 9,000 CVS Pharmacy locations nationwide, customers can shop for holiday needs in stores, online at CVS.com or through the CVS Health app. Flexible fulfillment options include same-day delivery and buy online, pick up in store, while ExtraCare(R) and ExtraCare+(R) members can access deals and exclusive offers throughout the season.
Learn more at CVS.com and shop the 2026 Holiday Collection (https://www.cvs.com/shop/seasonal-shops/holiday) today.
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About CVS Health
CVS Health is a is a leading health solutions company simplifying health care one person, one family and one community at a time. As of June 30, 2026, the Company had approximately 9,000 retail pharmacy locations, more than 1,000 walk-in and primary care medical clinics and a leading pharmacy benefits manager with approximately 87 million plan members. The Company also serves an estimated 37 million people through a broad range of health insurance products and related services. The Company's integrated model uses personalized, technology driven services to connect people to simply better health, increasing access to quality care, delivering better outcomes, and lowering overall costs.
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Original text here: https://www.cvshealth.com/news/retail/cvs-pharmacy-makes-holiday-shopping-easier-with-gifts-for-every-list-budget-and-celebration.html
